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	~~'''Pastafrola''' is a~~ traditional ~~[[dessert]] popular in several [[South America]]n countries, including [[~~Argentina]], ~~[[Uruguay]]~~, and ~~[[Paraguay]]. It is also found in [[Greece]] and [[Cyprus]], where it is known as Pasta Flora.~~		{{Short description\|A traditional pastry from Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay}}

	~~== Origin and History ==~~		[[File:Pastafrola.jpg\|thumb\|right\|A traditional pastafrola with lattice top]]
	~~The origins of Pastafrola are believed to be in~~ [[~~Italy~~]]~~, from where it spread to other parts of the world through [[Italian immigration]]. The dessert's name is derived from the Italian words "pasta" (dough) and "frolla" (shortbread).~~

	~~== Description ==~~		'''Pastafrola''' is a popular pastry in [[Argentina]], [[Paraguay]], and [[Uruguay]]. It is a type of tart characterized by a lattice crust and is typically filled with [[quince]] paste, [[dulce de leche]], or [[guava]] paste. The name "pastafrola" is derived from the Italian "pasta frolla," which refers to a type of shortcrust pastry.
	Pastafrola is a ~~type of~~ [[~~tart~~]] ~~made with~~ a ~~shortbread~~ crust and filled with ~~a sweet, jam-like filling. The most common filling is~~ [[quince]] ~~jam~~, ~~but other variations include~~ [[~~sweet potato~~]] ~~jam~~, [[guava]] paste~~, and [[apricot]] jam~~. The ~~top of the tart~~ is ~~typically decorated with a lattice pattern made~~ from the ~~same shortbread dough~~.

	== ~~Preparation~~ ==		==History==
	The ~~preparation~~ of ~~Pastafrola involves making~~ a ~~shortbread dough~~, ~~which~~ is ~~then used to line a~~ tart ~~pan~~. ~~The filling is spread over~~ the ~~dough~~, and ~~additional dough is used to create a lattice pattern on top. The tart is then baked until golden brown~~.		The origins of pastafrola can be traced back to the influence of Italian immigrants in the [[Río de la Plata]] region. The Italian "crostata" is a similar dessert, and it is believed that pastafrola evolved from this traditional Italian tart. Over time, it has become a staple in the culinary traditions of Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

	== ~~Cultural Significance~~ ==		==Ingredients==
	~~Pastafrola is often served at family gatherings and special occasions in the countries where it is popular. In Argentina~~, ~~it is a common treat at the traditional afternoon tea time known as~~ [[~~merienda~~]].		The basic ingredients for pastafrola include:
			* [[Flour]]
			* [[Butter]]
			* [[Sugar]]
			* [[Eggs]]
			* [[Baking powder]]
			* [[Vanilla extract]]
			* Filling: typically [[quince paste]], [[dulce de leche]], or [[guava paste]]

	== ~~Variations~~ ==		==Preparation==
	~~While quince jam~~ is the ~~most traditional filling for Pastafrola~~, ~~many variations exist~~. ~~In Greece and Cyprus, for example,~~ the ~~tart~~ is often ~~filled~~ with [[~~cherry~~]] or [[strawberry]] ~~jam~~. Some modern versions ~~of the dessert also include~~ chocolate or ~~dulce~~ de leche ~~fillings.~~		The preparation of pastafrola involves making a shortcrust pastry dough, which is then rolled out and placed in a tart pan. The filling is spread evenly over the base, and strips of dough are arranged in a lattice pattern on top. The tart is then baked until the crust is golden brown.

			==Cultural Significance==
			Pastafrola is often served as a dessert or with [[mate (drink)\|mate]], a traditional South American beverage. It is a common treat during family gatherings and celebrations. The tart's simplicity and versatility make it a beloved dessert across generations.

			==Variations==
			While the traditional filling is quince paste, variations of pastafrola may include other fruit pastes or jams, such as [[strawberry]] or [[apricot]]. Some modern versions incorporate [[chocolate]] or [[coconut]] into the filling.

			==Related pages==
			* [[Cuisine of Argentina]]
			* [[Cuisine of Uruguay]]
			* [[Cuisine of Paraguay]]
			* [[Quince]]
			* [[Dulce de leche]]

	~~[[Category:Desserts]]~~
	[[Category:Argentine cuisine]]		[[Category:Argentine cuisine]]
	[[Category:Uruguayan cuisine]]		[[Category:Uruguayan cuisine]]
	[[Category:Paraguayan cuisine]]		[[Category:Paraguayan cuisine]]
	[[Category:~~Greek cuisine~~]]		[[Category:Tarts]]
	~~[[Category:Cypriot cuisine]]~~
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'''Pastafrola''' is a traditional [[dessert]] popular in several [[South America]]n countries, including [[Argentina]], [[Uruguay]], and [[Paraguay]]. It is also found in [[Greece]] and [[Cyprus]], where it is known as Pasta Flora.

== Origin and History ==
The origins of Pastafrola are believed to be in [[Italy]], from where it spread to other parts of the world through [[Italian immigration]]. The dessert's name is derived from the Italian words "pasta" (dough) and "frolla" (shortbread).

== Description ==
Pastafrola is a type of [[tart]] made with a shortbread crust and filled with a sweet, jam-like filling. The most common filling is [[quince]] jam, but other variations include [[sweet potato]] jam, [[guava]] paste, and [[apricot]] jam. The top of the tart is typically decorated with a lattice pattern made from the same shortbread dough.

== Preparation ==
The preparation of Pastafrola involves making a shortbread dough, which is then used to line a tart pan. The filling is spread over the dough, and additional dough is used to create a lattice pattern on top. The tart is then baked until golden brown.

== Cultural Significance ==
Pastafrola is often served at family gatherings and special occasions in the countries where it is popular. In Argentina, it is a common treat at the traditional afternoon tea time known as [[merienda]].

== Variations ==
While quince jam is the most traditional filling for Pastafrola, many variations exist. In Greece and Cyprus, for example, the tart is often filled with [[cherry]] or [[strawberry]] jam. Some modern versions of the dessert also include chocolate or dulce de leche fillings.

[[Category:Desserts]]
[[Category:Argentine cuisine]]
[[Category:Uruguayan cuisine]]
[[Category:Paraguayan cuisine]]
[[Category:Greek cuisine]]
[[Category:Cypriot cuisine]]
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