Blue Cheese and Chive Straws

Vegetarian
Blue Cheese and Chive Straws
45 min.
32
47kcal

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If you're searching for a delightful appetizer that combines rich flavors with a crispy texture, look no further than Blue Cheese and Chive Straws. These irresistible treats are perfect for entertaining guests or simply enjoying as a sophisticated snack. With just the right amount of bold blue cheese and the fresh, onion-like flavor of chives, they offer a gourmet twist to your typical munchies.

The preparation is straightforward, making it accessible for both seasoned cooks and beginners alike. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a generous batch of 32 servings, perfect for gatherings or as a savory addition to your antipasti platter. Each straw is a mere 47 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. Plus, with their vegetarian status, they cater to a variety of dietary preferences.

Imagine the delight of your guests as they bite into these flaky, golden straws, the melt-in-your-mouth blue cheese mingling beautifully with the subtle crunch. Serve them at your next dinner party or casual get-together, and watch as they quickly disappear. Elevate your culinary repertoire with this simple yet sophisticated recipe that is sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • ounces cheese blue crumbled
  • 0.3 cup butter chilled cut into small pieces
  • 0.3 cup chives finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons water cold

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • knife
  • plastic wrap
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Weigh or lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife.
  2. Combine flour and butter in a food processor; pulse to blend.
  3. Add cheese, chives, salt, and pepper; pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal.
  4. Drizzle water into flour mixture until dough forms a ball.
  5. Roll dough into a 16 x 8-inch rectangle. Wrap dough in plastic wrap; refrigerate 4 hours or until firm.
  6. Preheat oven to 35
  7. Cut dough crosswise into 64 (1/4-inch-wide) slices.
  8. Place 1/2 inch apart on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  9. Bake at 350 for 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. Cool straws completely on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories47kcal
Protein11.98%
Fat48.64%
Carbs39.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.16
Glycemic Load
3.26
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.3617391168423%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:46.72kcal
2.34%
Fat:2.52g
3.87%
Saturated Fat:1.58g
9.9%
Carbohydrates:4.58g
1.53%
Net Carbohydrates:4.41g
1.6%
Sugar:0.04g
0.05%
Cholesterol:6.47mg
2.16%
Sodium:70.48mg
3.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.39g
2.79%
Selenium:2.52µg
3.6%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.16%
Folate:12.49µg
3.12%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.56%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.19%
Phosphorus:20.73mg
2.07%
Calcium:20.49mg
2.05%
Vitamin B3:0.39mg
1.93%
Vitamin A:89.58IU
1.79%
Iron:0.29mg
1.62%
Vitamin K:1.14µg
1.09%
Source:My Recipes