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Learn to make buttery shortcrust pastry by hand, handle it with confidence and turn it into golden pies filled with rich, spiced mincemeat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis practical course guides you through the techniques behind a tender pastry case and a neat finish, before getting creative with edible pastry leaves, holly shapes and other festive decorations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking shortcrust pastry by hand, rubbing butter into flour and recognising the right texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding liquid gradually and bringing the dough together without overworking it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResting and chilling your pastry, keeping it cool and knowing when it is ready to roll.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolling to an even thickness, using flour sparingly and handling pastry without stretching or tearing it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting neat pastry rounds and gently lining your tins for evenly shaped pies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilling with mincemeat, getting the balance of filling and pastry right and avoiding overflowing pies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking full lids and decorative tops, sealing edges and allowing steam to escape where needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting and shaping edible pastry holly leaves, and berries, adding delicate vein details and arranging festive designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing pastry trimmings thoughtfully, gathering them gently to avoid toughening the dough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlazing neatly, baking until golden and checking that the bases are properly cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooling and removing your pies from the tin, finishing with icing sugar, plus tips for storing, freezing and reheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will also cover common pastry problems, including cracking, shrinking and tough pastry, with simple ways to avoid them. \u003cstrong\u003eFrom classic lids to little pastry holly leaves and stars, you can give your mince pies your own festive finish and build skills to use in your baking long after Christmas.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will leave with a batch of beautiful, hand made mince pies and the knowledge and confidence to repeat it at home!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jamie The Baker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60052337000773,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/2287\/7765\/files\/festive-mince-pies-with-a-man-s-hand-placing-holly-beside-the-board.png?v=1793696327"},{"product_id":"make-delicious-hand-made-mince-pies-copy","title":"Perfecting quiches","description":"\u003cp\u003eLearn to make a lovely quiche from scratch, with crisp, buttery shortcrust pastry and a beautifully balanced filling. \u003cstrong\u003eThis practical course takes you through each stage by hand, building the skills and confidence to make pastry without relying on a food processor.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil, you will learn how to bring together a quiche that looks inviting, slices neatly and tastes delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking shortcrust pastry by hand, rubbing butter into flour and recognising the right texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding the right amount of liquid and bringing the dough together without overworking it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResting and chilling pastry, understanding why temperature matters and how to handle it gently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolling to an even thickness, lining a tin without stretching, trimming neatly and repairing small cracks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlind baking with baking paper and weights to support the pastry and achieve a crisp, golden base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical knife skills, including safe grip, controlled cutting and preparing ingredients evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparing cherry tomatoes and basil, managing moisture and balancing flavour in your filling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixing a savoury egg custard and filling your pastry case without overfilling it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJudging when your quiche is baked, with set edges and a gentle wobble in the centre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResting, removing from the tin and slicing, plus tips for storing and reheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong the way, we will cover common pastry problems, including shrinking, cracking and soggy bottoms, so you understand what to look for and how to avoid them. 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