Rich Cheese Pastry
Rich cheese pastry is used for party and cocktail appetisers and savouries.
Remember, Pastry is only as good as the flour you use. Don't buy cheap flour.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup butter or block margarine and lard
- 3 oz cheddar or other hard cheese finely grated
- 1/4 lb plain flour bread flour
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cream the fat and cheese together until soft. Gradually work in the flour and salt with a wooden spoon or a palette knife until the mixture sticks together.
- With one hand, collect the mixture together and knead very lightly for a few seconds to give a smooth dough.
- Cover with greaseproof paper or cling film and leave in a cool place untill you are ready to roll out.
- To cook, bake at 200°C (400°F) mark 6, unless otherwise stated, until lightly browned
Calories: 1298 kcal
Carbohydrates: 88 g
Protein: 34 g
Fat: 91g
Saturated Fat: 57 g
Trans Fat: 2 g
Cholesterol: 252 mg
Sodium: 1109 mg
Potassium: 223 mg
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 1 g
Vitamin A: 2743 IU
Calcium: 648 mg
Iron: 6 mg