Spicy Cheese and Potato Sticks

A great snack at any time of day, these potato sticks are a good way of introducing children to the complex flavours of spices. They make a tasty alternative to shop-bought snacks, which often include artificial flavourings.

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Ingredients

13 oz (400 g) mashed potato (see step 2; Sausages with Mash and Gravy recipe and double quantity)		a little flour for dusting
4 oz (125 g) cheddar cheese, grated		a little beaten egg or milk for brushing
1/2 tsp ground coriander		1 tbsp seeds such as fennel, caraway, sesame or sunflower, or a combination
1 egg yolk, beaten

directions

Prep: 15 min Total:

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1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Mix the mashed potato, cheese, coriander and egg yolk in a bowl. Lightly flour a board or clean work surface. Roll out the potato mixture until about 2.5cm (1in) thick, then cut into finger lengths.
3
Brush the sticks with beaten egg or milk and roll in the seeds, gently pressing them into the potato to help them stick. Place them on a lightly oiled baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until crispy and golden.

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