Pate Brisee

Directions

1. 1
   Put the flour, sugar, and salt into a food processor and pulse a few times to combine.
2. 2
   Add the butter and process until you have some pea-sized lumps left.
3. 3
   Beat the egg and water together lightly and add to the processor.
4. 4
   Process only until the dough comes together.
5. 5
   Turn out onto a lightly floured work surface and divide in half.
6. 6
   Form each half into a small brick, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before rolling.
7. 7
   This dough will keep for several days in the refrigerator and for 2 months in the freezer.
8. 8
   Defrost before rolling.