This recipe was made on request from my mum as i was trying to think of something to cook for the dessert for our regular Monday night family dinner. And all in all: this dish was a pain! The pastry, being comprised mostly of ground nuts, did not form the proteins required to make it pliable and easy to work with, like as pizza dough. Instead, it was soft and delicate. This made for a fantastic, soft, crumbly texture once cooked, but a real effort to work with.
Linzer Torte is an Austrian tarte that dates back to the 1700's. The glistening, red raspberry filling matches beautifully with a nutty, spiced pastry that makes for a beautiful afternoon dessert. The elegant european flavors pair well with marscapone or better yet, clotted cream.
