Ingredients

  • 1/4 pound (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 pound (8 ounces) goat cheese
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1/3 cup mushroom powder, from 3/4 ounce dried mushrooms
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • Coarse salt

Method

  • Preheat the oven to 350F.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix the butter and goat cheese on medium speed until well combined.
  • Add the flour, mushroom powder, and pepper; mix until just combined and crumbly.
  • Scrape down the sides of the bowl, and add the milk.
  • Mix on low speed until the dough comes together; it should be quite stiff.
  • Divide the dough into thirds.
  • Wrap two pieces in plastic wrap; set aside.
  • On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the third piece to 1/8 inch thick.
  • Cut the dough with a 2-inch cookie or biscuit cutter.
  • Arrange the crackers on a baking sheet, and prick each with a fork once or twice.
  • Sprinkle with salt, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until they start to brown.
  • Remove from the oven; let cool on a wire rack.
  • Repeat with the remaining dough, rerolling the scraps once.
  • Serve when cool, or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.