Cheesy Thumbprints Bourbon Jam (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Thumbprint Cookies with Cheese
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1 large rosemary sprig, chopped finely
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½ tsp coarse salt
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25g granulated white sugar
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1 medium-sized egg
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225g room-temperature unsalted butter
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100g sharp white cheddar, shredded
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100g monterey jack cheese, shredded
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1 jalapeno, seeds removed and minced
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190g regular flour
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150g coarse semolina
→ Tomato Jam with a Bourbon Kick
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5 tbsp apple cider vinegar
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150g white sugar
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450g halved cherry tomatoes
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A dash of ground cumin
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1 large clove of garlic, minced (about 1 tsp)
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3 tbsp bourbon whiskey
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½ tsp coarse salt
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1 tbsp crushed red chili flakes (optional)
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60g diced sweet onion (white or yellow)
# Instructions:
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Finely chop the rosemary and jalapeno, then add them to the grated cheeses. You can also pulse everything in a food processor to combine. Set this mix aside.
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In a big mixing bowl, whisk or beat together the softened butter, white sugar, and salt until creamy. Stir in the cheese and herb mixture until everything is blended well.
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Crack the egg into the butter mixture and stir until the dough is smooth and the egg disappears into the mix.
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Mix the semolina and flour together in another bowl, then gradually add this dry blend into the butter mixture in two parts. Mix until it forms a dough. Use floured hands to bring it together if needed. Chill the dough for 30 minutes while preheating the oven.
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Turn the oven on to 180°C and prepare two baking trays with parchment paper.
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Roll the dough into small balls about 1½ inches across. Lay them out on the lined trays, giving at least 2 inches between each ball.
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With a damp thumb or finger, gently press down into each ball to make a hollow center.
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Fill each indentation generously with tomato jam.
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Place trays in the heated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Rotate the trays halfway through to ensure even baking. Cookies are done when their tops look lightly golden, and the bottoms are a slightly darker golden.
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Take the cookies out of the oven and let them cool down for a few minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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The bourbon tomato jam needs to be made ahead of time, as instructions aren’t included.
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Switching the tray positions while baking helps all cookies brown evenly.