Egg Tarts

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Ingredients

1 cup	all-purpose flour
1/2 cup	unsalted butter
2 tablespoons	granulated sugar
1 pinch	salt
1/4 cup	water
3 large	eggs

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2 In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt for the crust.
3. 3 Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 4 Add water gradually, mixing until the dough comes together.
5. 5 Roll out the dough and cut into circles to fit tart molds.
6. 6 Press the dough into the molds and trim the edges.
7. 7 In a saucepan, dissolve sugar in water over medium heat, then let it cool.
8. 8 Beat eggs lightly and mix in evaporated milk and vanilla extract.
9. 9 Stir in the cooled sugar syrup into the egg mixture.
10. 10 Strain the mixture to ensure a smooth custard.
11. 11 Pour the custard into the prepared tart shells.
12. 12 Bake for 20-25 minutes until the custard is set and the crust is golden.
13. 13 Cool slightly before serving.