Artisan Crackers

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 325F.
2. 2
   Process oatmeal in a food processor until coarsely chopped.
3. 3
   In a large bowl, combine the flour, oatmeal, sesame seeds, sugar and salt.
4. 4
   Cut in the butter.
5. 5
   Then stir in the milk, adding just enough milk to form a workable dough.
6. 6
   On a flour dusted surface, divide the dough into two pieces and roll it out ultra-thin, one piece at a time.
7. 7
   Sprinkle liberally with coarse salt, if desired, and use the rolling pin to press the salt into the dough.
8. 8
   Cut the dough into desired shapes.
9. 9
   For a rustic look, make irregular pieces.
10. 10
    Transfer the crackers to baking sheets and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until they begin to brown.
11. 11
    Cool on a rack.