Homemade Crackers

I baked today.

Well, my version of “baking.”

The kind where there are very few steps and no measuring

…the baking time is short, and the clean up is easy.

I hear what you’re saying out there.

“That type of baking doesn’t exist.“

Au contraire, my everyday non believers. 

These cute little Bunny and Easter Cross Crackers took

me less than an hour to prepare and bake three batches.  

And there were only 3 steps. 

Yes, Virgina…easy baking recipes DO exist.

😀

Homemade Parmesan-Rosemary Crackers

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Ok, here’s a little secret.

I attended Le Cordon Bleu in Brussels and France.

For about 3 years I delved into as many cooking classes

as I could.  But pastry – hmmmm.

It wasn’t my strong suit.  I do wish I had mastered the art of

the French croissant, though.  So, I have learned the art

of “Easy and Shortcuts” when it comes to baking.

Take a pre-made pie crust, for example.

Would you have guessed you could make yummy crackers

from it?  Oh, yes you can!!!

Here’s the simple way I made them.

I started by rolling out a thawed pre-made pie crust.

I then separated two eggs and reserved the whites in a bowl

where I added one package of Buttermilk Ranch Seasoning Mix.

Finally, I added 2 Tablespoons extra-fine chopped rosemary from

my garden.  You could also use dill or parsley, but I love

the fresh taste it adds.  Mix well. 

Brush the pie crust generously with the Ranch mixture.

Next, sprinkle the crust with grated parmesan. 

It kinda looks like the base of a yummy pizza, huh?

Then, you cut out your crackers.

I used a cute bunny shape and a Cross. 

Lay the cut outs on a baking sheet…

You can place them pretty close together, because unlike cookies

they won’t spread out but will actually shrink. 

Bake in a 400 degree oven for about 5-6 minutes, or until crispy and brown.

 

I made a triple batch of these for Easter. (three pie crusts)

I will be serving some with a Tuscan White Bean Dip,

and a few I will use as “croutons” on salads. 

I love how they look in this simple salad served in my ruffled

pink bowls on a lettuce leaf charger.

The simple salad is dressed with one of my fave homemade dressings…

Homemade Tuscan Garlic and Asiago Dressing

I will share this recipe next week. 

I also made my Easter napkins today, and added cute homemade

Bird Nest Napkin Rings.

This simple “5-Minute” Project is so easy.

This is on the schedule for next week, also.  

{Next week will be a busy one in preparation for Easter}

Although I adore the Bunny-shaped Crackers, I love the

Easter Cross Crackers.

The Hubbs came in while I was baking these, and he nibbled

on a few.  He couldn’t believe it was pie crust.

Okay, he may have nibbled on more than a few.  I may have to make

three new batches before Easter gets here.  🙂 

They’re light and crispy at the same time.

They have the zest of the ranch and the saltiness of the cheese.

I think they would be fabulous with hummus or any kind of dip.

The best part, you can cut them out in any shape.

Think how much fun you can have making different shapes of crackers.

You could also vary the flavor…think spicy Mexican or Zesty Greek.

I can’t wait to hear from you if you make these.

I know you will love both how easy and how tasty they are.

Thanks for letting me share my Homemade Crackers with you. 

xxoo, Barb

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Did you catch all of my posts this past week?

Mason Jar Easter Centerpiece

Spring Lettuce in a Farmhouse Bowl

A Tour of Hever Castle; England – Anne Boleyn’s Home

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