Name: Green-Peppercorn Cornmeal Crackers
Cook time: 1 hr
Total time: 2 hr
Yield: Makes about 60
Ingredients: 3/4 cup whole-wheat flour; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornmeal (preferably stone-ground); 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 2 teaspoons packed light brown sugar; 4 teaspoons dried green peppercorns, coarsely crushed, divided; 1/2 teaspoon table salt; 1 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces; 2/3 cup well-shaken buttermilk; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 large egg, beaten

Green-Peppercorn Cornmeal CrackersStephanie Foley

Cornmeal lends these crackers a golden glow and a nice crunch; lots of crushed green peppercorns (left over from Chicken Spice Rub ) provide an intriguing spiciness. Serve them with cheese or all on their own with cocktails.

Cooks note:

Crackers keep in an airtight container at room temperature 1 week.

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