Great Pastries Recipe

Pastry Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the dough

   In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

2. 2

   Combine dry ingredients

   In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   Mix wet and dry ingredients

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.

4. 4

   Shape the pastries

   Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and roll it out to about 1/2 inch thick. Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters or a knife.

5. 5

   Bake

   Place the shaped pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

6. 6

   Cool and serve

   Allow the pastries to cool on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.