Cheese Stuffed Garlic Biscuits

Yes, I HAVE still been cooking, just never think to post things anymore. Boy, have I EVER been cooking! My latest project has been making cheese! I made a batch of a jalapeno soft cheese curd last night, and this is what I came up with to use it for! This recipe uses an ebleskiver pan, which can be found at wal-mart. You can also fry it in shallow oil instead, but I much prefer the ebleskiver method, a lot healthier and more attractive!

This is a basic cheese curd recipe that you can use if you wish to try making your own, or you can purchase some or use a soft spreadable cheese for this. Onto the recipe!

CHEESE STUFFED GARLIC BISCUITS



Ingredients:

• 3 Tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 + 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup warm water
• cheese curds or soft cheese

Instructions:

1. preheat ebleskiver pan on medium heat
   
2. microwave the butter until melted, about 30 seconds
3. add minced garlic to melted butter, set aside
4. measure and sift flour into a large bowl
5. add baking powder and salt to flour, mixing well
6. stir water and garlic butter into flour mixture
   
7. lightly brush the pan with olive oil
8. drop 2 tablespoons of the batter into each indent on the pan
9. cook over medium heat until the center is soft set and the sides are golden
10. slide half spheres onto a plate to cool, and add another 2 tablespoons to each place in the pan
11. while the second batch is cooking, gently press cheese curds into the center of the cooked halves, or pile soft cheese (about 3/4 tsp each) onto the centers
12. when the edges of the second biscuit batch are soft set, but the center is still liquid, firmly press the cheese laden halves on top, which will cause the batter to run out the sides. you need this to happen, so that batter can then cook and seal it.
13. continue to fry for several more minutes, pressing the tops down again after a couple of minutes to reseal it. slide one ball gently occasionally to check if the bottom half is finished. fry until golden brown.
14. turn the balls so the top half is in the indents again, and cook for 1-2 minutes, until warm.
15. slide the balls onto a plate to cool for 5 minutes, then cut along the seams and enjoy!

I made my soft cheese curds with fresh jalapeno and red pepper flakes. If you are using a store bought cheese, you can easily mix these in the day before making it, so the flavors distribute. Try experimenting with different herbs in both the cheese and the batter to find your perfect combination!

These are really simple to make, and with homemade cheese, very cheap as well. They make the perfect party favor for a low budget!