What is pastry: Definition and 48 Discussions

Hi everybody I am ISO the Old Style Pastry Blender for a Customer.... It was all Stainless with a long Handle

Does anyone have one of these from the past? I have someone that is looking for one because they really like the handle on it.

I have a host asking a question about the pastry mat for a friend. The friend wants the mat to have places that will help her cut her pie crust evenly. When I look at the pic to me it looks like she should be able to do that, but the host said the lady asked about having bumps or raised areas...

I just made this at a show for the first time this last weekend on our round stone. It's in the All The Best CB and I've passed it by for years. It was a big hit and makes a great demo recipe. I cooked the crust ahead- but you could do it there ahead of the show. I'm going to start making this...

A customer would like a silpat or two... am I understanding correctly that this is different from the pastry mat (which I haven't actually seen). Can you bake on our pastry mat?

I have a host that wants a dessert that uses a puff pastry. No particular recipe...she just wants to see how the pastry works and believes it will be WoW! So, does anyone have some WoW suggestions....that won't be too complicated?

QUICK! I need 10 good reasons someone proficient with a rolling pin would want/need our Pastry Roller. Ten reasons. Quick! Starting NOW!

Is anyone familiar with the Pastry Cutter? What is the quality like? Does it cut fondant? Tara

Hi everyone, My host JUST called and I'm supposed to be there in an hour and a half to say that she didn't find the phyllo shells for this recipe so she bought phyllo pastry!!! What do I do? I've never used that before! She said pick up some shells if you can, if not, improvise I guess! UGH...

Am I the only one having trouble with the pastry blender? Today, I broke my second one. I must be an aggressive pastry blender. On a positive note, I did learn that the Mix'n Chop is great for blending pastry. :)

I was making the cinnamon chips from the All the Best cookbook. It suggests using the pizza cutter to cut into wedges. Mine was dirty so I dug through my drawers trying to find something to use. I noticed the pastry cutter and figured it had to work. It worked perfect! That little baby is...

ahead of time. I just wanted to know because I want to make them before the pizza. Or can i use my flat rectangle stone to make them as well?

Hi Everyone, One of my customers has asked me for a recipe which features the large round stone. The best she recalls is that the recipe uses sugar cookie dough for the crust and fresh fruit for the topping. I remember something like this from years ago and have searched everywhere I know...

,,is better than a PASTRY BLENDER>>>TRY IT!!!

OK, since I can't log onto CC, does anyone have the recipe for the Peanut Brittle that was shown with the Pastry Mat when it was first introduced? I looked at the recipe that was included with the Pastry Mat and the Peanut Brittle was not on it. :chef:

I absolutely love using the pastry mat, but loathe cleaning it. I normally end up with me and/or the counter/sink area wet. I've honestly thought of washing it in the bath tub, but haven't tried it yet. A lot of times I'll wash it with a soapy sponge while it's laying flat on the counter, but...

My son in law says this tool also is great as a pastry blender. Has anyone else tried this?

I just thought I would share.. didn't do a search to see if it was already posted so sorry in advance if it is. I roll up my pastry mat and store it in an empty paper towel roll.. works out perfectly!

Looking for a good recipe that I could use with the pastry mat.

I had a show last night and when I had them introduce themselves and say their favorite product one of the co-hosts mentioned that she loves the pastry blender (which is a different item that people hardly ever say). I always bring the pastry mat with me so people can see the difference in ours...

I am looking for the Chicken & Broccoli Pastry Cups recipe that was featured in the Spring/Summer 2002 Season's Best. Could someone please post it for me? My host for Thursday wants me to make it at her show.

Does anyone remember when they discontinued this? Do you know what the warranty is on it? I have a great Host/Customer who is having a problem with hers. I told her I would look into. Anyone have a part number? I don't have a clue where my old catalogs are right now.... Thanks!! Joanne

Has anyone used the Pastry Mat (current or retired version) as a work surface for crafting, specifically when using a heat gun? I was at the craft store today and there was a mat for sale to use with heat applications (under melting pot, with heat gun while embossing, etc.) that was billed as...

I just purchased the Pastry Blender in December. I haven't used it yet. I don't make pastry much. Anyway, it keeps getting caught when I open my drawer because it rolls around. Does anyone else have this problem? I just moved it to a bigger cupboard where I keep my pie plate and dough and pizza...

I am looking for Pastry Mat recipes for a client. ANyone have some? Thank you, Kristi

When I was looking at the Prod. Info on the Pastry Mat, it stated it was heat safe to a pretty high temp. Can this be used in the oven, under a pie to catch the drippings? Does anyone know!

Any suggestions for other uses for the pastry blender (December special) other than chopping eggs for egg salad? Other than pastry, of couse :)I'm stumped.Thanks!

OK, I decided to order the Pastry Mat and it is here just in time for my shows this weekend. Yea! But, I notice that it smells - maybe a little like burnt plastic? I have been soaking it and washing it and was wondering if this was normal and I should not bother trying to get the smell out...

I am debating on whether I should purchase the Pastry Mat (sample order of Dec Guest Special). I currently have the Tupperware brand silicone mats and the Silpat mats...both of which I can bake on. I really think I should have the Party Mat to show guests - but I do not bake pies. And if...

*yawn* morning everyone!I tried out the Cinnamon Pastry Wedges (SBRC Fall/Winter 2004) that obxchef mentioned last week in my Nov Open House recipe post. So good and very easy to make! I made them for our cluster meeting last night and the ladies loved them. I mixed some cinnamon and nutmeg with...