What herbs go in cheese straws?
What herbs go in cheese straws?
Ingredients
- 8 ounces (2 packed cups) grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese.
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off with knife, plus more for dusting.
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt.
- Scant teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes.
- 1½ tablespoons roughly chopped fresh herbs, such as rosemary and/or thyme.
Do you refrigerate cheese straws?
Cheese straws do not require refrigeration. Just store in an air tight container and they’ll last up to a week.
What herbs go with cheese?
Herb and Cheese Pairings
- American cheese tastes wonderful with dill, thyme, basil, or oregano.
- Bleu cheese finds its perfect pair with acidic herbs like chervil or sorrel.
- Brie is great with Chives, Basil, Parsley, and Tarragon.
How do you spice up shells and cheese?
Here are some delicious Velveeta shells and cheese add ins that give the dish even more flavor, texture, and hearty staying power:
- Diced ham.
- Chopped hot dogs.
- Canned tuna.
- Shredded rotisserie chicken.
- Taco meat or other ground beef.
- Crispy cooked bacon.
- Frozen peas, carrots, corn and green beans.
How do you Recrisp cheese straws?
How to Keep Cheese Straws Crisp
- Allow the cheese straws to cool completely.
- Place the straws into an airtight container or plastic storage bag and store them at room temperature.
- Store the cheese straws for up to one week.
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place the cheese straws on a cookie sheet.
Can you freeze home made cheese straws?
Freeze baked cheese straws or rounds in a heavy-duty zip-top plastic freezer bag up to 3 months. Let thaw at room temperature 30 minutes before serving.
Can you reheat cheese straws?
Once the cheese straws are completely cooled, store in an airtight container up to 2 days at room temperature. The cheese straws will soften a little in the container. They can be reheated at 425°F for a few minutes if crispy straws are preferred.
Can I freeze uncooked cheese straws?
Yes, you can freeze cheese straws. Cheese straws can be frozen for up to 3 months. They freeze well but when you put these into the freezer make sure you are a little careful because the flakey pastry can damage easily.
What spices to add to cheese?
Cheese Sauce Make-Over – Make it Spicy!
Cheese | Spices |
---|---|
Sharp Cheddar | Caraway, celery seeds, chili powder, cumin, paprika, red pepper |
Blue Cheese & Gorgonzola | Basil, black pepper, fennel, garlic powder, ginger, thyme |
Parmesan | Bay, basil, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, oregano |
Brie | Caraway, celery seeds, chives, rosemary, sage |