Garlic Herb Cheddar Shortbread
Garlic Herb Cheddar Shortbread
PREP TIME: 10 MINS
COOK TIME: 15 MINS
SERVES: 2 ½ DOZEN SHORTBREAD PIECES
Garlic Herb Cheddar Shortbread
PREP TIME: 10 MINS
COOK TIME: 15 MINS
SERVES: 2 ½ DOZEN SHORTBREAD PIECES
Ingredients
A holiday treat to share with you! These are the perfect little morsels to share on a cheese tray with holiday drinks.
1/2 cup (125 mL) butter, softened
3/4 cup (175 mL) shredded old cheddar cheese
1 clove garlic, minced
1 Tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh basil
1 tsp (5 mL) chopped fresh rosemary
1 cup (250 mL) all-purpose flour
Preparation
- In a large bowl, using an electric hand mixer; beat butter until almost white in colour. Beat in cheese, garlic, basil and rosemary until smooth. Stir in flour until ragged dough starts to form.
- Using hands, knead dough to come together. Roll into a 9 inch (22.5 cm) log and wrap with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm. Make-ahead: Log can be frozen for up to 2 weeks.
- Slice log into 1/4 inch (5 mm) rounds and place onto parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake in preheated 350 F (180 C) oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool.
Ingredients
A holiday treat to share with you! These are the perfect little morsels to share on a cheese tray with holiday drinks.
1/2 cup (125 mL) butter, softened
3/4 cup (175 mL) shredded old cheddar cheese
1 clove garlic, minced
1 Tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh basil
1 tsp (5 mL) chopped fresh rosemary
1 cup (250 mL) all-purpose flour
Preparation
- In a large bowl, using an electric hand mixer; beat butter until almost white in colour. Beat in cheese, garlic, basil and rosemary until smooth. Stir in flour until ragged dough starts to form.
- Using hands, knead dough to come together. Roll into a 9 inch (22.5 cm) log and wrap with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm. Make-ahead: Log can be frozen for up to 2 weeks.
- Slice log into 1/4 inch (5 mm) rounds and place onto parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake in preheated 350 F (180 C) oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool.
RECIPE TIP
If fresh herbs are not available substitute 1/2 tsp (2 mL) each dried basil and rosemary leaves.
DID YOU KNOW?
Bone is a living tissue, that is constantly renewing and repairing itself from everyday wear and tear. However, like many nutrients, calcium is absorbed less effectively as we age. Try out our calcium calculator to see if you are getting enough in your daily diet.
Emily Richards
Nutritional Information
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Calories50
-
Saturated2.5g
-
Fat4g
-
Cholesterol10mg
-
Sodium40mg
-
Fibre0g
-
Carbohydrate3g
-
Sugars0g
-
Iron1%
-
Vitamin C0%
-
Calcium30mg
-
Protein1g
-
Vitamin A4%
* The percentage of calcium is based on the Osteoporosis Canada’s daily calcium requirement for people under 50 years of age of 1000 mg.
Osteoporosis Canada’s position on nutrition for healthy bones focuses on calcium and vitamin D while stressing a well-balanced diet which includes fiber and whole grains, vitamins and minerals and protein.
RECIPE TIP
If fresh herbs are not available substitute 1/2 tsp (2 mL) each dried basil and rosemary leaves.
DID YOU KNOW?
Bone is a living tissue, that is constantly renewing and repairing itself from everyday wear and tear. However, like many nutrients, calcium is absorbed less effectively as we age. Try out our calcium calculator to see if you are getting enough in your daily diet.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
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Calories50
-
Saturated2.5g
-
Fat4g
-
Cholesterol10mg
-
Sodium40mg
-
Fibre0g
-
Carbohydrate3g
-
Sugars0g
-
Iron1%
-
Vitamin C0%
-
Calcium30mg
-
Protein1g
-
Vitamin A4%
* The percentage of calcium is based on the Osteoporosis Canada’s daily calcium requirement for people under 50 years of age of 1000 mg.
Osteoporosis Canada’s position on nutrition for healthy bones focuses on calcium and vitamin D while stressing a well-balanced diet which includes fiber and whole grains, vitamins and minerals and protein.
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