Comments on: Parmesan Thyme Crackers

By: Jenncc

Jenncc — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 03:26:12 +0000

Recently made these and they were delicious. A huge hit on my sweet and savory Christmas cookie platter. Thanks! P.S. Your photos are always tempting and lovely.

By: Tim

Tim — Sat, 20 Nov 2010 01:03:39 +0000

Hi Julie,
You could substitute dried thyme and probably get good results. Anything else would totally change the flavor profile.

By: Julie Powell

Julie Powell — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 16:02:10 +0000

I can’t get fresh thyme this time of year, and I would like to make these savory crackers to serve British family members. What can I substitute?

By: Tim

Tim — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 05:53:11 +0000

Hi Jane, I’m not sure. Weight is always a more accurate measurement- especially when it comes to cheeses. The dough is crumbly, but I have made this several times and never had a problem with it holding together. You can add a little water to help bind it. Sorry to hear you are having troubles with it!

By: Jane

Jane — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 02:01:33 +0000

I’m making these crackers now, and the dough is really dry and crumbly. The recipe calls for 4 oz. grated parmesan (about 1 cup); however, my 1 cup equaled just 1 -1/2 oz. cheese. Would using 4 oz. (weight) of cheese make the dough moister?

By: Tim

Tim — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 02:48:40 +0000

Hey Missy! I am glad you found me too. Sure, you can almost always use a handheld electric mixer instead of the stand mixer.

By: Missy

Missy — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 02:04:14 +0000

These look amazing. I can’t wait to make them! I’m so happy I found your blog, Tim.
A question for you: I noticed that many of your recipes require an electric mixer with a paddle attachment (which I don’t have). Do you think I can use my food processor instead? Or a hand-held electric beater? Many thanks for the inspiration and gorgeous photos…

By: Tim

Tim — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 14:30:01 +0000

Hi Judy,
If memory serves me- I think I got about 2 dozen of these out of the recipe….good luck!

By: Judy

Judy — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 14:27:04 +0000

OMG, these look wonderful. I think I will make them tonight! Can anyone tell me approximately how many cookies this recipe will yield?

By: alyson

alyson — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 16:24:10 +0000

you know, i am a pretty careful baker, i think next time i will just add the flour in small amounts until i get it right. i ended up smooshing all the crumbs into one thin giant cracker on the pan then broke it up and they taste absolutely beautiful! i am soooo glad that i found you, i have made other recipes and they were amazing. thanks!

By: Tim

Tim — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 03:05:33 +0000

Oh Alyson, I’m sorry- that is terrible. I only needed the one teaspoon, so it seems strange that you would need more than 2. Is it possible the butter was too cold? Or that the flour got packed and maybe you added too much flour? A couple of my friends have made these and I’ll ask if they ran into any problems that might help…!

By: alyson

alyson — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 02:57:59 +0000

i just made these and had a terrible time cutting the dough- it pretty much just disintegrated, any ideas? i did end up adding about 2 1/2 tsps water, perhaps i just needed to add more.

By: Tim

Tim — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:13:17 +0000

Me too Susan, honestly- I don’t care that much about the turkey, I would be happy with some of these and a glass of wine!

By: Susan C

Susan C — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 06:21:10 +0000

A friend just gave me one of Ina’s books for my birthday too. I just love savory nibbles like this. I could easily make a meal with something like these and forget all about the turkey. You photographed these beautifully.

By: Y

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:48:25 +0000

Ooo they look great. I love cheesy biscuits. I’ve never tried an Ina Garten recipe before, actually. Maybe this could be my first.

By: veggiebelly

veggiebelly — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:48:11 +0000

I love Ina! Your crackers are so gorgeous and incredibly photogenic. I want to reach into my screen and grab one! They look buttery and wonderful!