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Mantecaos
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 12 Minutes
Ready In: 27 Minutes
Servings: 1
From: “The Africa Kitchen” by Josie Stow and Jan Baldwin. These spicy cheese crackers are from North Africa and can be eaten on their own or served with a dip such as Masi Mara.
Ingredients:
10 tablespoons butter
2 cups cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
2 cups flour
1 egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 -3 pinches paprika
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350F and line a baking sheet with wax or parchment paper.
2. Place all the ingredients except the paprika in a food processor.
3. Pulse the mixture in quick, short spurts until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
4. Roll a little of the mixture into a ball, place it on the baking sheet and flatten slightly with your fingers.
5. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until light golden and slightly puffed.
7. Sprinkle the crackers with paprika and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet before serving.
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