Cheese and Marmite Straws

10 September 2009

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Makes approx 24 straws

200g grated cheese

100 g Plain flour

200g cold butter, diced

A pinch of paprika

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 egg, beaten

2 tablespoons of Marmite

Preheat the oven to gas mark 4, 375ºF or 180ºC (Fan-assisted 160ºC).

Using a food processor, blend the flour, butter, half the cheese, paprika, salt and pepper into a fine crumbly mixture.

Add the egg and blend again until the mixture forms a soft dough (you may need to add a little water).

Allow to chill for 1/2 hour.

Roll the pastry out on a lightly floured surface.

Brush the top with Marmite (it may be easier to do this if the Marmite is slightly heated).

Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the pastry and cut the pastry into straws.

Bake on a greased baking tray for approximately 2 minutes or until they are golden.

Cool on a wire rack before eating.

Preparation time: 20 minutes plus 1/2 hour chilling time

Cooking time: 12 minutes