A lesson is learned

Darn that Mary Berry, she has lead me astray! I should have known better than to remove the baking beans halfway through baking my fourth (yes, fourth!) attempt at making a pastry shell. But, I foolishly followed her instructions and what looked to be a promising tart that ticks all the right boxes (i.e. a smooth and golden pastry that doesn't come away from the sides of the pan) is now as dimpled and flawed as a pubescent boy's face. I feel like the lumps and bumps are laughing at me.

Still, I remain unperturbed and determined - perfecting my pastry shell-making skills is the key to unlocking a plethora of tarts, pies and quiches that taunt me from the sideline. A recipe will be posted as soon as I get this right. In the meantime, onwards and upwards!