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Crostata with lemon‑scented pastry cream
An Italian tart (crostata) with a lemon‑flavored shortcrust pastry, filled with a silky pastry cream scented with lemon zest and decorated with an elegant lattice of dough. Ideal for a light and refreshing dessert.
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Critical Success Points
- • Incorporate the cold butter without warming it
- • Achieve a smooth shortcrust dough without over‑working it
- • Thicken the pastry cream without it burning
- • Form a regular, well‑adjusted lattice
- • Bake until lightly golden without overcooking
Safety Warnings
- • Handle hot milk and the saucepan with care to avoid burns.
- • Use gloves or a thick cloth when removing the dish from the oven.
- • Be careful with the knife when cutting the dough strips.
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