Homemade Cheddar Cheese Crackers

These homemade cheese crackers are so much more flavorful than store-bought. This is a fun DIY baking project that the kids can also participate in.

Cheese Crackers

Use cheese with a lot of flavor. Aged cheddar instead of a mild one, for instance. Any cheese you can grate will be fine: Parmesan, Swiss, Romano, or any others you like. For a softer cheese, I used Limburger. You could also use a soft blue cheese, goat cheese, or even a Camembert. Or a combination of what's left in your cheese drawer.

Walnut Crackers

[Photograph: Donna Currie] These crackers are not only simple in terms of ingredients, they also take very little time to make, particularly if you use a food processor to do the kneading for you. You can also do the kneading...

Gluten-Free Common Crackers

A New England favorite, these mild crackers bake up light and crisp and are the perfect accompaniment to a bowl of soup or a hearty chowder.

Homemade Cheez-Its

Because they incorporate cream instead of the more common butter, these homemade crackers brown more flavorfully as they bake, creating a deep, nutty, grilled cheese sort of vibe. Eat 'em out of hand, or serve with hearty soups, stews, and chilis.

Animal Crackers

Uniquely snacky treats with a wholesome homemade spin.

Goldfish from 'Classic Snacks Made from Scratch'

Goldfish are second only two my beloved White Cheddar Cheez-Its, so it would be a shame to skip such an easy recipe for the homemade version.

Miniature Pumpkin Pies with Graham Cracker Crusts

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Pumpkin Cheesecake With Gingersnap Crust

Pumpkin pie is great, but this pumpkin cheesecake with a gingersnap crumb crust and spiced nut topping may be even better.

Pumpkin Cornbread

This pumpkin-y cornbread is a nice alternative to regular cornbread for fall breakfasts and Thanksgiving meals.