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Basic Choux Pastry Dough Recipe

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This versatile pastry dough can be used in profiteroles, éclairs, and religieuses.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 eggs

Preparation:

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter in the water. Add salt and flour, and stir until a sticky batter is formed. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until the batter is smooth.

Makes enough dough for 8 medium-sized pastries.

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