Best Paired with Chardonnay.

When it comes to entertaining at Christmas time, this recipe is Jane’s go-to! Perfect savoury bites to enjoy before the main meal and are oh so more-ish! Inspired by the ever-amazing Nigella Lawson, this recipe is definitely one to make this holiday season.

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups of grated smoked cheddar
• 3 tablespoons soft unsalted butter
• 2/3 cup plain flour (plus extra for rolling)
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

METHOD: 

Step 1: Preheat oven to 180°C

Step 2: Put all ingredients into a food processor and blitz until the dough comes together. Form into two flat discs, wrap in cling film and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 3: Roll out the first disc of dough on a lightly floured surface to about the thickness of a dollar coin and cut your cheese stars with a cookie cutter.

Step 4: Line a flat baking sheet with baking paper and arrange on top, then pop into the oven for 12-15 minutes, by which time the stars will be puffed and golden. Repeat the same process with the second batch of dough.

Step 5: Once the stars are cooked, transfer to a wire rack to cool a little.