This is another Ina recipe. I am craving some extra carby snacks in the house but cannot justify a trip to the store for just crackers. I would actually call these a bit more of a biscuit type cracker. They are great without cheese and as The Contessa says herself, they are a “perfect small bite with a glass of wine or champagne before dinner.” Nuff said.
Ingredients
1/4 lb unsalted butter at room temperature
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves (dried will have to do today)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
late night mini cheese board - aged dutch gouda is my favorite
Preparation
Cream the butter in a mixer with the paddle attachment for one minute. While the mixer is on low, add in the Parmesan, thyme, salt and pepper. Continue on low speed, add the flour and mix until dough is crumbly. Takes about a minute. If it seems too dry, add a teaspoon of water. Mine always does and the cooling process below just makes it more crumbly, so add water.
Place the dough on a floured board and press into a ball and then roll into a a 9 inch log. Then wrap it in plastic and put in the fridge for 1 hour or longer. But minimum 30 minutes.
When ready to cook them, pre heat oven to 350˚. Cut the log into 3/8 inch rounds and place the on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 22 minutes or until just golden at the edges. Serve at room temperature. Or store for your weekend party in an air tight container. Just kidding, we aren't having any parties. Just eat them!
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