Cream Crackers

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
2. 2
   Using a pastry blender or 2 knives, cut the butter into the flour until mixture resembles a coarse meal.
3. 3
   Stir in the cream and water.
4. 4
   Add a little additional water if the dough is too stiff or additional flour if the dough is too soft.
5. 5
   Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
6. 6
   Preheat oven to 400F.
7. 7
   Roll the dough between 2 sheets of waxed paper to 1/4 inch thickness.
8. 8
   Remove top sheet of waxed paper.
9. 9
   Using a 2 inch round cookie cutter, cut out crackers and place on a greased baking sheet.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with salt and paprika.
11. 11
    Prick each cracker 3 times with a fork.
12. 12
    Bake 10 to 12 minutes, or until very lightly browned around the edges.
13. 13
    Remove from pan and cool in a wire rack.
14. 14
    *This recipe makes about 6 dozen crackers.
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