CHEDDAR-PARMESAN CRACKERS

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These cheesy, buttery gems will likely become a mainstay in your repertoire. Not only are they crispy, rich and, well, addictive, they can be partially made up to a month in advance. That's because once the dough is made it can be frozen and simply "cut to order" as you need it. Just be sure to freeze it in small portions so that you don't have to defrost it all at once. Although these crackers are great plain, you can draw on the age-old "apples and cheddar" theme by topping them with a dollop of apple or pear butter.

Provided by Laura Werlin

Categories appetizer

Time 2h30m

Yield 3 dozen crackers, serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

4 ounces cheddar, coarsely grated
2 ounces Parmesan, finely grated
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened and cut into small pieces
2 tablespoons water, plus more if needed

Steps:

In the bowl of a food processor, place all ingredients except the butter and water. Pulse 5 times. Add the butter and pulse again until the butter pieces are the size of BBs. Add the water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and pulse just until the dough holds together. If the dough is still crumbly, add more water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until it reaches the right consistency.
Turn the dough out onto a large piece of waxed paper. Roll the dough into a log, 9 to 10 inches long, and square off the ends. Refrigerate, well wrapped, for at least 2 hours and up to 2 days. Or freeze it for up to 1 month. (You may want to cut the log in half or in thirds to freeze if you think you will want to defrost a smaller amount at a time.)
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
To make the crackers, cut the log into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Arrange the slices on a baking sheet 1-inch apart. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the crackers are a light golden color. Turn the crackers and bake for 3 to 5 more minutes, or until they are golden around the edges. Cool on a rack. Serve at room temperature.

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nayma ratry

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These crackers are the perfect addition to any party or gathering. They're easy to make and they're always a hit.

Nuelma Emmanuel

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I love that these crackers are made with real cheese. You can really taste the difference. They're so much better than the store-bought kind.

samabesi Aawaj

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These crackers are the perfect savory snack. They're cheesy, buttery, and crispy. I can't get enough of them!

SoraAngelstar1985

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I'm always looking for new and easy snack recipes, and these crackers fit the bill perfectly. They're so simple to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family.

Razaul Khn

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These crackers are the perfect size and shape for dipping. I love them with hummus, guacamole, or even just plain cheese.

Julian Gast

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I love the cheesy, buttery flavor of these crackers. They're so much better than anything you can buy in the store.

Rohail Rashid

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These crackers are so easy to make, I can whip up a batch in no time. They're perfect for last-minute snacks or parties.

Kaswood Channel

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I'm not a big fan of cheddar cheese, but I loved these crackers. The parmesan cheese really balances out the flavor.

Rs Dd

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These crackers are so crispy and cheesy, I can't stop eating them! I've already made them twice this week.

Gerardo Castellanos

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I've made these crackers several times now, and they always turn out perfectly. They're a keeper recipe!

Ebuka Ejindu

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These crackers are the perfect addition to a cheeseboard. They're also great for dipping in soup or chili.

Ab Felix

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I love that these crackers are made with wholesome ingredients. I feel good about giving them to my family.

Andi Cela

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These crackers are a hit at every party I bring them to. Everyone loves them!

Zaman Pakhtoon

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I've tried many cheddar parmesan cracker recipes, but this one is by far the best. The crackers are crispy and cheesy, with the perfect amount of salt.