Cheese-Onion Bannocks

akgrown's Note:

Bannocks are Scottish oatcakes, similar to scones. Coarsely ground oats provide a hearty, slightly chewy texture to this savory version that's excellent as a snack or alongside a bowl of soup. We love these with Simple Chicken and Oat Groat Soup. From Cooking Light.

• Total Time: 35 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 16

• ¾ cup onion , finely chopped
• 1⁄3; cup flour
• 2 cups oats
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8; teaspoon ground red pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter , cold and cut into small pieces
• ½ cup fresh parmesan cheese , grated
• ¼ cup water
• ¼ cup egg substitute (or 1 egg)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400*. Saute onion in a small skillet coated with cooking spray until tender. Remove from heat; cool.
2. Place flour, oats, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a food processor; process until oats are coarsely ground.
3. Add butter; pulse 3 times or until combined. Add onion and cheese; pulse 3 times or until blended.
4. Place oat mixture in a bowl. Add water and egg, stirring until moist. Let mixture stand one minute.
5. Place mixture onto a lightly floured surface; knead 3 times (dough will be sticky).
6. Divide dough in half; press each half into a 5-inch circle. Cut each circle into 8 wedges.
7. Place wedges on a parchment covered baking sheet. Bake at 400* for 15 mins or until lightly browned.
8. Best served warm with hearty soup.