Cumin scented cheese crumbles (a Maroque recipe)

The crmbles go very well with a glass of fizz, or as part of a mezze starter.

90 gm butter 225gm cheddar cheese grated 170g plain flour 1 egg yolk 1/4 tsp salt a pinch of cayenne 1 tsp cumin seeds

1. Heat the oven to 220oc. In a large bowl mix all the ingredients together to form a crumb like texture, similar to making crumble topping. Don't squeeze it in a ball.

2. Take a tablespoon of the dough at a time and roll into balls about 3cm wide. Place the balls on a greased or non stick baking tray and flatten slightly with your fingers. Leave enough room for them to spread as they cook.

3. Transfer to the hot oven and bake for about 15 minutes until slightly risen and golden.

4. Allow to cool and serve

Makes about 20

printed from www.maroque.co.uk