This is a very simple recipe for shortcrust pastry which works really well when you are making mince pies. Be sure to keep everything cool including your hands – running your wrists under the cold tap before you start will help. Makes 300g

Ingredients

• 200g (8 oz.) plain wholemeal flour
• 100g (4 oz.) vegan margarine
• 3 tablespoons ice-cold water
• Salt

Method

1. Put the flour in a bowl with ½ teaspoon of salt.
2. Add the margarine and rub the margarine into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
3. Add the water and mix. Press the mixture together to form a dough.