One box of Pepperidge Farms Puff Pastry sheets will conveniently fit into two 9” x 13” cookie sheets. Above are my simply directions to prepare and blind bake puff pastry shells. Baking puff pastry on parchment helps protect bottoms from overcooking and makes it easier to release finished tarts to cutting board.
Using the egg wash helps seal top surface from getting soggy from moist toppings. A sprinkle of grated parmigiana cheese over the egg wash before pre-baking provides even further moisture protection from the melted cheese.
Piercing helps prevent pastry from shrinking and bubbling during baking, pierce pastry with a fork.
Bake shells at 400° for 15 to 20 minutes until dough is browned. Pre-baked crusts and toppings can be made well ahead, even the day before.
Toppings