Fennel & Onion Crackers
Description
This American bread features All-purpose flour, Fennel seeds, Salt, Black pepper, cup plus 2 tablespoon. It delivers a pleasant kick of heat. Wonderful fresh from the oven, pairs well with any meal. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.Ingredients
Directions
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Shortening 2 tb (1/4 stick) butter or Margarine, softened 1 1/4 c Minced onion (about one Medium onion) 2 tb Water "These crackers are flaky and tender, yet crisp.
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Packed with onions and lots of licorice-like fennel flavor, they are almost addictive.
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~F.
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to 20 minutes Preheat the oven to 375~F.
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Roughly grind the fennel seeds in a food mill or blender or chop them by hand with a knife.
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You may want to do a large batch so that you have them on hand for the next time you
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bake this cracker.
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If you want a stronger fennel flavor, grind a little extra for the tops of the crackers.
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In the food processor or in a large bowl, combine the flour, fennel, salt, and pepper.
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Cut in the shortening and butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
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Stir in the minced onion.
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Blend in enough of the water to form a smooth dough that will hold together in a cohesive ball.
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Divide the dough into 2 equal portions for rolling.
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On a floured surface or pastry cloth, roll out into a rectangle 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick.
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If desired,
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sprinkle lightly and evenly with extra ground fennel seeds and gently
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roll the rolling pin over the dough.
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With a sharp knife, cut into 2-inch squares and transfer to an ungreased baking sheet.
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Prick each square 2 or 3 times with the tines of a fork.
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Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
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Cool on a rack.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 70
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 483.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5.1g8%
- Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 7315.8mg305%
- Total Carbohydrate 93.5g32%
- Dietary Fiber 4.2g17%
- Sugars 0.6g
- Protein 13.8g28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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