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Cheddar Pecan Crackers
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Serving Size : 16 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Bread-Bakers Mailing List Crackers
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup finely ground toasted pecans
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter -- cut up
1/4 pound sharp cheddar cheese -- grated
2 tablespoons cold water
kosher salt -- for sprinkling, optional
Add butter; pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add grated
cheese, pulse until pieces are no longer visible. With machine
running, gradually add cold water; process until dough comes together.
Transfer to a lightly floured surface; divide dough into 2 equal
parts. Roll out each into a 1/4" thickness. Sprinkle very lightly
with kosher salt (optional). Cut dough into 2 1/2" rounds or other
desired shape; transfer to ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 15 min
until centers are firm to touch. Do not overbake. Cool on wire
rack. Store in airtight containers.
Makes 16
Source:
"Pacific Rim Cookbook"
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Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 89 Calories; 7g Fat (71.2%
calories from fat); 3g Protein; 4g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber;
11mg Cholesterol; 111mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1/2 Grain(Starch); 1/2
Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Fat.