To bake or par-bake a pastry case before adding the filling. The pastry is pricked all over with a fork, lined with baking paper, filled with beans or rice and then baked. This ensures that the pastry remains crisp.
To bake or par-bake a pastry case before adding the filling. The pastry is pricked all over with a fork, lined with baking paper, filled with beans or rice and then baked. This ensures that the pastry remains crisp.