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<p>Mastering that crispy, golden crust is easier than you think. We’re here to help you uncover some of those baking secrets to turn you into a pastry pro and swerve those dreaded soggy bottoms.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Ready to level up your <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/dept/food-cupboard/home-baking/1215337189632-1215166245874?utm_source=referal&utm_medium=article_perfect-pastry-tips&utm_campaign=Good-Living" target="_blank">baking</a> game? Scroll down for our video tutorial where you'll learn how to create the perfect folded crust for our fruity galette dessert – the ideal summer showstopper. This recipe is not only delicious but also a great way to put your newfound pastry skills into practice.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>TEST THE TREND RECIPE&nbsp;</h2>
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<p>These <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/brie-and-onion-upside-down-tarts?recipe_id=d8eb83f9-f81c-11ee-b117-4780ff4450d0" target="_blank">upside-down tarts</a> are all over Instagram – but are they worth the hype or just pie in the sky? We tested lots of versions to get the Asda food team’s seal of approval. It’s certainly quick and easy, and with our finishing touches of fresh herbs and honey drizzle, we think it’s a trend worth trying as a comforting lunch or picnic idea.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/brie-and-onion-upside-down-tarts?recipe_id=d8eb83f9-f81c-11ee-b117-4780ff4450d0" target="_blank">View recipe for brie and onion upside-down tarts</a>&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>Kitchen Cupboard Hero</h2>
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<p>We’re loving cider vinegar as our kitchen cupboard hero, which is fruitier and slightly sweeter than wine-based vinegars. It works wonders in shortcrust pastry, even in desserts, and is the secret ingredient in our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/rhubarb-and-strawberry-galette-with-clotted-cream?recipe_id=7406cf83-f81c-11ee-b117-859a81527205" target="_blank">rhubarb and strawberry galette</a>. That’s because the more acidic the pastry, the less it shrinks during baking and the more delicate and flakier the final result.&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>MYTH BUSTER</h2>
<p>‘A wet filling is more likely to cause a soggy bottom’. Extra moisture can often be the culprit, but this isn’t always the case – there are several ways your pie could end up with a soggy bottom, like when your oven isn’t hot enough. We always like to make sure the oven is up to temperature when the pie enters to help form a crisp crust and prevent the filling from soaking in. Give your pie enough time in the oven to fully cook through, ensuring both filling and crust are set.</p>
<p>The water in the dough matters too. While a little water is essential, using too much can result in a soggy bottom. Follow the recipe's water measurements carefully and avoid overworking the dough, which can activate the gluten and make it tough.</p>
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<h2>LEFTOVER PASTRY IDEAS</h2>
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<p>Don’t toss your leftover pastry trimmings – try another one of our recipes instead. Twist any spare puffy pastry scraps into cheese straws, like these crisp <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/parmesan-poppy-seed-twists" target="_blank">Parmesan and poppy seed twists</a>, for a delicious, light snack. Our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/spinach-and-feta-pinwheels?recipe_id=e2a2131b-d26b-11ee-b03e-5302d9d90524" target="_blank">spinach and feta pinwheels</a> are ready in just 30 mins and great for packing in your lunchbox or adding to your next picnic spread.</p>
<p>If you’ve got any sheets of filo pastry going spare, then these oh-so-simple <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/filo-tarts-with-griddled-spring-onions" target="_blank">filo tarts with griddled spring onions</a> are an absolute must. The creamy, cheesy filling is topped with spring onions that have been lightly charred to give them a slightly caramelised flavour. We'd recommend serving these with a crisp green salad or some buttery new potatoes.</p>
<p>In the mood for a sweeter bake? Our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/rhubarb-ginger-bakewell-tarts?recipe_id=766438c7-c7de-11ed-82bf-9b70d6eaebf7" target="_blank">rhubarb and ginger Bakewell tarts</a> are a match made in heaven for leftover shortcrust pastry. We know the sweet and tangy flavours will have you wanting seconds.&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>WATCH: HOW TO MAKE A GALETTE</h2>
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<p>If you fancy learning how to make our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/rhubarb-and-strawberry-galette-with-clotted-cream?recipe_id=7406cf83-f81c-11ee-b117-859a81527205" target="_blank">rhubarb and strawberry galette</a>, watch how to master this clever crust technique to give you a perfect pastry finish every time, taking your summer fruits pudding from rustic to ready-to-impress.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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Top Pastry Tips And Tricks

By Asda Good Living,6th May 2024

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