By Marcus Bean
A very light pastry made in layers that expand when cooked, leaving large air pockets inside. Used for sweet or savoury dishes.
How to make puff pastry
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Lemon and ricotta tart
Portuguese custard tarts
Bramley apple slice
Galette
Eccles cakes
Puff pastry can be bought ready-made either chilled or frozen. Look for all-butter varieties for the best flavour.
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