Homemade crackers

Whoda thunk?

I tried this recipe this morning from my recently purchased King Arthur Flour 200th anniversary cookbook. While the texture is not very cracker-like, the taste is pretty awesome. I am bringing them to a grown up picnic at a local winery today. Hope the girls like them as much as I do.

Cheddar Cornmeal Crackers

1 c. all purpose flour
2/3 c. cornmeal
1/4 c. whole wheat flour
1/2 tsp. salt (plus a few grains more if you want to dust the tops)
1/4 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 c. finely grated cheddar
1 egg
1/4 c. oil (I used good EVOO)
1/4 c. water

Preheat oven to 375.

Mix together the flour and other dry ingredients with your hands.

Add in the cheese and mix again.

Make a well in the center and add in the egg, oil & water. Mix together ingredients (your hands work best). It may take some time to incorporate all the dry ingredients, but they will incorporate.

Roll out on lightly floured board to 1/8" - 1/16"(I used my marble and did not have to flour at all). Cut out and place on an un-greased sheet or stoneware.

Bake for 15-20 mins. (depending on thickness) until they are crisp and golden brown. Cool & enjoy!

Yields about 3 dozen 2" round crackers