Tart Shell

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar in a mixer with paddle.
2. 2
   Slowly add egg yolks, beaten egg half, and vanilla.
3. 3
   Add flour and mix until just combined.
4. 4
   Wrap in plastic wrap and chill at least 2 hours.
5. 5
   Remove from refrigerator, unwrap and roll on a floured surface into a 3/8-inch thick circle.
6. 6
   Drape into an 11 or 12-inch tart pan and press into corners.
7. 7
   Line pastry with parchment paper and fill with dried beans or pie weights and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes until light brown.
8. 8
   While still warm, remove weights and parchment paper and brush slightly with a beaten egg white, taking care not to use too much and to only brush the inside of the shell.
9. 9
   Let tart shell rest at room temperature until ready to fill.