Pate Sable

Ingredients

• 8 ounces (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• slightly softened
• 1 cup confectioners sugar", "2 egg yolks", "2 cups flour

Instructions

1. Cream the butter and sugar in a standard mixer equipped with a paddle attachment, just until mixed.
2. Don't fluff up the mixture by incorporating air.
3. The mixture should be smooth, with no lumps of butter.
4. Add the yolks, one at a time, and process to mix just until incorporated, scraping down the bowl once.
5. Add the flour and mix until incorporated.
6. Scrape the bowl and mix for a few more seconds.
7. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for one hour or up to 3 days.
8. The dough can be frozen for up to 2 months.
9. This recipe will make 2 9-inch tarts.