Flaky Pastry

Directions

1. 1
   Put the flour into the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade.
2. 2
   Add the butter and process, using on/off pulses, just until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
3. 3
   Put the mixture into a large bowl.
4. 4
   Combine the egg yolk, lemon juice, and 2 tablespoons of the water.
5. 5
   Drizzle this over the flour mixture; toss with a fork or spatula until the dough comes together in a ball, adding the remaining water if necessary.
6. 6
   Smooth the ball and press it into a disk shape.
7. 7
   Wrap the dough in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.