So, what *is* a pastry and what makes it different from any other baked good? A pastry is a baking confection made with a type of dough that is flaky, or laminated, as a technique result.

Trim the excess pastry with a knife and use to patch up any gaps. Line the case with crumpled baking paper and half-fill with baking beans. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the paper and beans and ...