Name: Spiced cheese biscuits
Ingredients: 1 tsp caraway seeds; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp black sesame seeds; ¼ tsp chilli flakes; 120 gm (1 cup) coarsely grated vintage cheddar; 240 gm (2 cups) coarsely grated smoked cheddar; 2 tbsp fine polenta

This express recipe produces cheesy biscuits with a satisfying snap-crisp and a touch of spice. Try these alongside a creamy soup for a simple supper or impress impromptu guests with your homemade biscuits and dip.

Ingredients

1 tsp caraway seeds

1 tsp cumin seeds

1 tsp black sesame seeds

¼ tsp chilli flakes

120 gm (1 cup) coarsely grated vintage cheddar

240 gm (2 cups) coarsely grated smoked cheddar

2 tbsp fine polenta

Method

1.Preheat oven to 200°C. Line 3 large baking trays with baking paper. Place caraway, cumin, sesame seeds and chilli flakes in a bowl and stir to combine.

2.Place cheeses and polenta in a bowl and combine well. Add 1 tbsp of the seed mixture (reserve remainder for sprinkling) and stir to combine. Working in batches, spoon 2 tbsp portions of cheese mixture onto prepared trays, leaving enough room for the mixture to spread.

3.Sprinkle each portion with a little reserved seed mixture. Bake until golden and bubbling (12-15 minutes). Set aside to cool on trays before serving.

Recipe by Jessica Brook

Styling by Steve Pearce