Step 1

Pulse the flour, spices, salt and butter in a food processor until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. To make these by hand, sift the flour and spices together, then rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

Step 2

Add the cheese and blitz briefly.

Step 3

Put the mixture in a bowl and mix through the sesame seeds.

Step 4

Stir in the beaten egg to form a stiff dough. If all the flour will not incorporate, add a small amount to water to the mixture.

Step 5

Form the mixture into a 6cm x 18cm log, wrap in cling film and place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 190C (170C fan forced).

Step 7

Line a baking tray.

Step 8

Remove the dough from the fridge and cut into 6mm slices.

Step 9

Place the slices on the tray, allowing room for spreading.

Step 10

Bake for 15 - 20 minutes until the biscuits are golden brown.

Step 11

Cool on a rack and store in an airtight container.