Pate Sucree

Directions

1. 1
   Place the flour and sugar in the bowl of a food processor, and process for a few seconds to combine.
2. 2
   Add the butter pieces to the flour mixture, and process until the mixture resembles coarse meal, about 10 seconds.
3. 3
   In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks and ice water.
4. 4
   Add the egg water in a slow, steady stream through the feed tube, with the machine running, just until the dough holds together.
5. 5
   Do not process for more than 30 seconds.
6. 6
   Turn the dough out onto a work surface.
7. 7
   Divide into 2 equal pieces, and place on 2 sheets of plastic wrap.
8. 8
   Flatten, and form 2 disks.
9. 9
   Wrap, and refrigerate at least 1 hour before using.
10. 10
    Make the recipe as directed, substituting 3/4 cup finely ground walnuts for 3/4 cup of the flour.