Highland Crackers

By
Ellen Harrington

Crackers with oats and cheddar cheese

Preparation time
10 minutes
Cooking time
15 minutes
Total time
25 minutes
Yield
24 Crackers

Ingredients

1⁄2 cup whole wheat flour 1 tablespoon whole wheat flour (in addition to) 1⁄2 teaspoon salt 1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 3 tablespoons oil 1⁄4 cup sharp cheddar (grated) 1⁄2 cup oats (quick-cooking, rolled) 1⁄4 cup water (cold) 1 pinch paprika (or to taste)

Instructions

Combine flour, salt and cayenne; cut in oil until particles are tiny. Stir in cheese and oats. Sprinkle water over mixture, stirring with fork.

Form into a ball; roll into 12x7 1/2-inch rectangle. Cut into 1 1/2-inch squares. Bake on ungreased cookie sheets at 425°F for 12–15 minutes. A few minutes before removing, sprinkle with paprika.