As discussed above, the most common and widely distributed brand of puff pastry packages contains two 10”x15” sheets. With little preparation, each sheet also conveniently makes two 4"x13" tarts with fluted sides.
Rectangular fluted tart pans with removeable bottoms are available and approximately 4” x 13”. Puff pastry sheets cut in half lengthwise will accommodate two of these tart pans. Having smaller tarts allows for flexibilities, more varieties of fillings, especially attractive with smaller crowds.
Ingredients per tart are obviously halved and techniques for “blind baked", precooked prior to filling.
Shells are also prebaked at 400° but will cook quicker, about 10 to 15 minutes. Parchment paper isn't needed. Filled, they will brown and cook through in 15 to 20 minutes.
