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Ah, now, dear friends, let me tell you about a little recipe that has become a mighty favorite in these parts, especially for those watching their carbs like a hawk eyeing the cornfield. These Keto Cheese Crackers harken back to simpler times when a snack wasn’t something you bought prepackaged from the store but something made lovingly with your own two hands. It's quite a bit of a modern spin on the age-old pleasure of snacking, perfect for a body craving something crispy and savory without all the fuss of flour. I reckon they're a clever way to keep true to the way of eating that's as wholesome as the rolling hills 'round here.
Now, when it comes to how you serve these golden beauties, the world is your oyster. You might find them delightful all by their lonesome or nuzzled alongside a bowl of fresh garden salad with a robust vinaigrette. They’re downright charming when dusted on a bed of creamy soup or when accompanied by a slice of crisp cucumber topped with a smidgen of cream cheese and a sprig of dill.
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Keto Cheese Crackers
Servings: Approximately 24 crackers
Ingredients
- 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup of almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional, for a bit of a kick)
- 1 egg
- Parchment paper for baking
Directions
1. Before anything else, preheat your oven to a cozy 350 degrees F. Like wrapping a shawl 'round your shoulders on a cool evening, it's all about getting things just right.
2. In a mixing bowl that's seen more history than the local grange hall, combine the shredded cheddar, almond flour, salt, and if you’re feeling a bit devilish, that cayenne pepper.
3. Crack the egg over the bowl and mix with the determination of a spring planting, until everything's as combined as neighbors at a barn raising.
4. Lay out a piece of parchment paper, and place your dough right atop. Press it down like you're easing into your favorite rocking chair, until it's about 1/3 inch thick.
5. With the patience of a quilting bee, cut the dough into small squares with a pizza cutter or a knife. These are your soon-to-be crackers.
6. Gently transfer the parchment paper onto a baking sheet. Give those little squares some space for baking, just as you would seedlings in the garden.
7. Bake in the preheated oven until they’re as golden as a cornfield at sunset, around 15 to 17 minutes.
8. Allow the crackers to cool on the baking sheet, giving them time to set like the final rays of a settling dusk.
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Variations & Tips
These crackers are as versatile as a pocketknife. Feel free to sprinkle a touch of garlic powder or onion powder into the dough for an extra layer of flavor that’s as satisfying as a porch-side chat. Swap the cheddar for another kind of cheese like Gouda or Pepper Jack to keep your tastebuds on their toes. If you’ve got a need for seeds, add a handful of sesame or poppy seeds. No matter how you spin it, these Keto Cheese Crackers will be sure to please, like the familiar creak of a well-loved porch swing.
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