Savory Blue Cheese Crackers
Makes 30 crackers
Time 2 hr 25 min
These crackers are an excellent addition to any cheese plate. They may be made ahead and frozen. Just pop them into the oven for a few minutes before serving.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound double or triple cream blue cheese, such as Saga
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon powdered mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt
Method
Scrape rind off cheese and remove any hard parts.
In a bowl, blend butter and cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add mustard, cayenne and flours and mix together to form a dough that can be easily shaped.
Form dough into two 1 1/2-inch wide rolls.
Wrap in waxed paper and chill for at least 2 hours.
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Cut each roll of dough into approximately 15 slices, sprinkle with salt, and bake on ungreased baking sheets for 12 to 15 minutes.
Set aside to let cool, then serve.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 2 crackers, 180 calories (100 from fat), 11g total fat, 7g saturated fat, 25mg cholesterol, 280mg sodium, 15g carbohydrates (1g dietary fiber, 0g sugar), 6g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 pound double or triple cream blue cheese, such as Saga
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon powdered mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt