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Pecan Cheddar Crackers

10 INGREDIENTS • 9 STEPS • 4HRS 35MINS

Pecan Cheddar Crackers

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3 ratings
It should be no surprise that these pecan cheddar crackers are absolutely addictive. This recipe requires a 7 cup or greater food processor. Yields 120 crackers. Adapted from Gourmet, January 2006.
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It should be no surprise that these pecan cheddar crackers are absolutely addictive. This recipe requires a 7 cup or greater food processor. Yields 120 crackers. Adapted from Gourmet, January 2006.
4HRS 35MINS
Total Time
$0.96
Cost Per Serving
Ingredients
Servings
12
us / metric
Unsalted Butter
2 sticks
Unsalted Butter
Sharp Cheddar Cheese
4 cups
Sharp Cheddar Cheese, grated
Egg
1
Large Egg, separated
yolk only
Dijon Mustard
3 Tbsp
Dijon Mustard
Dry Mustard
2 Tbsp
Dry Mustard
Mustard Seeds
4 Tbsp
Mustard Seeds
Salt
2 tsp
Salt
Cayenne Pepper
as needed
Cayenne Pepper
All-Purpose Flour
2 cups
All-Purpose Flour
Pecans
1/2 cup
Pecans
Nutrition Per Serving
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Calories
422
Fat
30.6 g
Protein
12.3 g
Carbs
18.7 g
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http://www.garlicandzest.com
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step 1
Blend together the Unsalted Butter (2 sticks), Sharp Cheddar Cheese (4 cups), and Egg (1) in the food processor until smooth.
step 1 Blend together the Unsalted Butter (2 sticks), Sharp Cheddar Cheese (4 cups), and Egg (1) in the food processor until smooth.
step 2
Combine the Dijon Mustard (3 Tbsp), Dry Mustard (2 Tbsp) and Mustard Seeds (4 Tbsp) in a small bowl and stir. Add to the butter mixture.
step 2 Combine the Dijon Mustard (3 Tbsp), Dry Mustard (2 Tbsp) and Mustard Seeds (4 Tbsp) in a small bowl and stir. Add to the butter mixture.
step 3
Combine the Salt (2 tsp), Cayenne Pepper (as needed) and All-Purpose Flour (2 cups) in a bowl and whisk to combine. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture. Put the lid on the food processor and pulse until a soft dough forms.
step 3 Combine the Salt (2 tsp), Cayenne Pepper (as needed) and All-Purpose Flour (2 cups) in a bowl and whisk to combine. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture. Put the lid on the food processor and pulse until a soft dough forms.
step 4
Add the Pecans (1/2 cup) and pulse 2-3 more times until combined. Refrigerate dough for 15 minutes.
step 4 Add the Pecans (1/2 cup) and pulse 2-3 more times until combined. Refrigerate dough for 15 minutes.
step 5
Divide the dough into equal portions (2, 3, or 4). Shape and roll the dough into 10" logs. Roll the dough in wax or parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm before continuing.
step 5 Divide the dough into equal portions (2, 3, or 4). Shape and roll the dough into 10" logs. Roll the dough in wax or parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm before continuing.
step 6
Position oven racks in upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
step 7
Unwrap logs and cut into slices with a very sharp knife into 1/8" thick rounds. Arrange 1" apart on the baking sheet.
step 7 Unwrap logs and cut into slices with a very sharp knife into 1/8" thick rounds. Arrange 1" apart on the baking sheet.
step 8
Bake in batches, switching positions of the pans halfway through the baking process. Cook a total of 12-15 minutes until lightly golden. Transfer crackers to racks to cool.
step 8 Bake in batches, switching positions of the pans halfway through the baking process. Cook a total of 12-15 minutes until lightly golden. Transfer crackers to racks to cool.
step 9
Store crackers in an airtight container for up to a week.
step 9 Store crackers in an airtight container for up to a week.
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