Suitable for toddlers and older children
Makes 2 dozens
Ingredients
• 1 cup quick cooking oats (uncooked)
• 1 cup self-raising flour
• 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp ground pepper (optional)
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 2 tbsps chopped chives
• 3 tbsps margarine
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 egg white, slightly beaten
Method
1. Heat oven to 220°C (450°F).
2. Combine the first seven ingredients; mix well.
3. Cut in margarine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add milk, mixing just until moistened.
5. Turn out onto lightly floured surface; knead gently 10 times.
6. Pat dough into rectangle about 1/2 inch thick; cut into 4x1/2 inch strips with sharp knife.
7. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet; brush tops with egg white.
8. Bake 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
Note: This makes a superb finger food for young children.