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Multigrain Gouda Crackers with Pear & Thyme

Published: Nov 19, 2019 · Modified: Feb 28, 2024 by Tristin Rieken · 1 Comment

Multigrain Gouda Crackers with Pear, Honey & Thyme are a flavorful, cheesy bite that is perfect for the holidays and great served as a snack, at happy hour or at a wine and cheese pairing party.

With this delicious appetizer recipe, menu ideas, wine and cheese information you’ll be confident in hosting your own wine and cheese pairing party!  wine and cheese pairing | homemade cheese crackers | wine tasting party #ad #CastelloCheese #parties #wineandcheese #winepairings #dinnerparty #holidays @CastelloUSA
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Wine and cheese pairing party

With the recipe for this delicious appetizer, menu ideas, wine pairing suggestions and cheese information you’ll be confident this holiday season, whether bringing something to a holiday gathering or throwing your own! Or, if you just want to cook up a delicious cheese and wine filled meal for yourself or date night at home, that’s cool too.

With this delicious appetizer recipe, menu ideas, wine and cheese information you’ll be confident in hosting your own wine and cheese pairing party!  wine and cheese pairing | homemade cheese crackers | wine tasting party #ad #CastelloCheese #parties #wineandcheese #winepairings #dinnerparty #holidays @CastelloUSA

There’s so many options for pairing cheese and wine to create a custom menu.

I suggest using the following tips and menu as a blueprint for creating your own wine and cheese party menu. Check out Pinterest for more ideas in all categories – appetizers, soups, salads, mains and even desserts!

With this delicious appetizer recipe, menu ideas, wine and cheese information you’ll be confident in hosting your own wine and cheese pairing party!  wine and cheese pairing | homemade cheese crackers | wine tasting party #ad #CastelloCheese #parties #wineandcheese #winepairings #dinnerparty #holidays @CastelloUSA

Then, simply look for wines that would pair with the flavors. A good rule of thumb for planning a menu is to try to progress from mild flavors to strong, as well as light to bold. But don’t worry too much and let that complicate things because after all, the goal is to have FUN.

With this delicious appetizer recipe, menu ideas, wine and cheese information you’ll be confident in hosting your own wine and cheese pairing party!  wine and cheese pairing | homemade cheese crackers | wine tasting party #ad #CastelloCheese #parties #wineandcheese #winepairings #dinnerparty #holidays @CastelloUSA

Wine and Cheese menu ideas

Appetizer

Homemade Multigrain Crackers with Pear, Honey & Thyme // paired with Pinot Noir *see recipe below*

Hard salty cheeses like Parmesan and Gouda or are great paired with refreshing and crisp wines like Champagne or Cava, Rosé or bright reds

also try: Blue Cheese Toast with Summer Peaches, Fondue with Havarti White Wine and Tarragon, Blooming Onion with Chipotle Cheese Dip

Salad

Romaine with Peach, Bacon and Blue Brie Salad // paired with Champagne

Pungent Blue Cheese is balanced perfectly by sweetness (hence the honey in the recipe below). Try it paired with sweet whites and light crisp reds

also try: Belgium Endive with Blue Cheese Grapes and Sage, Blackberry and Blueberry Kale Salad with Aged Havarti and Berry Dressing

Soup

French Onion Soup topped with Gruyere // paired with Cabernet Sauvignon

Semi-soft, nutty cheese like Gruyère pairs well with earthy rich foods and bright but forward dry whites like Sauvignon Blanc and Pino Gris, and bright bold reds like Chianti and Sangiovese

Main

Buttery Grilled Cheese // paired with Chardonnay

Buttery rich cheeses like Havarti go great with crisp and equally buttery whites

also try: Sweet Chili Butter Grilled Lobster Fries with Havarti Cheese, Grilled Naan Flatbread with Grapes, Onion Jam, Prosciutto, and Double Cream Cheese, Macaroni Cheese with Veggies and Bacon

Dessert

Cheesecake or a dessert cheese plate with berries, chocolate, nuts and cheese // paired with port

Sweet milk chocolate pairs well wine smooth red blends, Zinfandel and Merlot. While less sweet options like dark chocolate and cheesecake pair with sweeter options of sparkling wines like Champagne, Prosecco, and Cava, and dessert wines like Port

also try: Aged Havarti and Thyme Cheesecake Bars, Pastries with Castello Creamy White, Danablu with Berries and Wet Walnuts, Havarti Fig Butter Pastries Drizzled with Honey

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  • Lessen your workload and get guests involved! Foodie-friendly crew? Assign wines and/or cheeses and ask them to bring a dish incorporating the two, or leave it up to them to pair the wine with the dish. If you friends would rather not have the extra requirements of attending your party at least don’t be afraid to ask the less-kitchen ambitious to swing by the store and pick up a slab of Parmesan or a bottle of Sangiovese.
  • Choose a single dish & wine then bring both to your next holiday party or enjoy a nice happy hour at home.

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Homemade Cheesy Multigrain Crackers topped with pears and thyme served with wine as a part of a wine and cheese party.

Multigrain Gouda Crackers with Pear, Honey and Thyme

Multigrain Gouda Crackers topped with a mix of fresh pear, thyme, Havarti and blue cheese. Finished with a drizzle of honey and thyme.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
resting time: 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Course: Appetizer
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 345kcal
Author: Tristin Rieken

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup blue cheese
  • 8 slices havarti
  • 8 pieces multigrain gouda crackers
  • 2 medium pears thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme

Multigrain Gouda Crackers

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup whole wheat flour
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon instant yeast
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup warm water 110 degrees Fahrenheit
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • ¼ cup gouda cheese smoked, grated
  • ½ teaspoon flax seeds optional
  • ½ teaspoon hemp hearts optional
  • salt
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Top each cracker with a piece of Havarti cheese and a few pear slices. Add blue cheese crumbles, and fresh thyme. Drizzle with honey and serve.
    ¼ cup blue cheese, 8 slices havarti, 8 pieces multigrain gouda crackers, 2 medium pears, ¼ cup honey, 2 sprigs fresh thyme

Multigrain Gouda Crackers

  • Combine flour, whole wheat flour, 1 tablespoon olive oil, sugar, yeast and salt in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. On low speed slowly add ½ cup warm water and mix until the dough comes together in a ball in the center of the bowl.
    1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¼ cup whole wheat flour, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon instant yeast, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ cup warm water
  • Turn dough out on floured surface and knead by hand until a smooth round ball forms.
  • Place in a large oiled bowl and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size 1 to 1 ½ hours.
  • When doubled in size lightly coat the backside of a full size 18” x 13” sheet pan and turn dough out into the center. Using your hands and a heavy rolling pin (or whatever you can find that works!) roll and stretch dough to the edges of the baking sheet. When as even and thin as possible let rest at room temperature 10 – 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Brush dough with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil + sprinkle with remaining ingredients.
    ½ teaspoon dried thyme, ¼ cup gouda cheese, ½ teaspoon flax seeds, ½ teaspoon hemp hearts, salt
  • Bake until evenly golden brown, about 20 minutes. Cool on sheet pan then remove and break into pieces. Best used fresh. Or, cover and keep at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Notes

Hemp hearts and flax are optional. Feel free to use whichever mix of grains and seeds that you have.

Nutrition

Calories: 345kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 556mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 555IU | Vitamin C: 4.9mg | Calcium: 392mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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Nutrition Facts
Multigrain Gouda Crackers with Pear, Honey and Thyme
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345 Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Fat 17g26%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Cholesterol 55mg18%
Sodium 556mg24%
Potassium 173mg5%
Carbohydrates 33g11%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 26g29%
Protein 16g32%
Vitamin A 555IU11%
Vitamin C 4.9mg6%
Calcium 392mg39%
Iron 0.5mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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With this delicious appetizer recipe, menu ideas, wine and cheese information you’ll be confident in hosting your own wine and cheese pairing party! wine and cheese pairing | homemade cheese crackers | wine tasting party #ad #CastelloCheese #parties #wineandcheese #winepairings #dinnerparty #holidays @CastelloUSA

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