Cheese Straws
Bake up a batch of pure joy with this mouthwatering cheese straws recipe - the ultimate dunkable, snackable party treat.
Ingredients
Method
1. Rub the butter into the flour and salt, and then add the egg yolk, 2oz cheese and enough cold water 2-3 tablespoons to form a stiff dough. Chill for 30 minutes.
2. Form the dough into an oblong and roll out very thinly onto a board.
3. Sprinkle some cheese over two thirds of the dough, bring the unsprinkled part over half the sprinkled part in such a way as to trap air then bring the remaining two third over to make three layers. Press the open edges together lightly. Turn with the folds to the left hand side.
4. Roll out again into an oblong and repeat the sprinkling of the cheese and folding of the dough. Roll out to 1/2 inch 10mm thick and trim the edges. Cut into strips 2 inches long and then into wafers ½ inch 10mm wide.
5. Place on a baking sheet, chill for 20 minutes and bake for 6-7 minutes in the hottest part of the oven at 220°C 425°F gas 7.
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This cheese straws recipe is all about being simple yet impressive. Start with an easy homemade shortcrust pastry, roll it out, and then let the magic happen: mix in a handful of extra-mature Cheddar for a tangy kick and a spoonful of Dijon mustard for a touch of sophistication. Feeling adventurous? Add a pinch of cayenne or paprika for heat, or swap the Cheddar for grated Emmental, nutty Comté, or creamy Red Leicester - any cheese that melts beautifully will do the trick.
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