CHEESE STRAWS

Cheese Straws


1/2 lb of grated extra shape Cheddar Cheese
1/4 lb of butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sifted flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper (less for children's snacks)
1/4 teaspoon paprika
3 teaspoons hot water


In stand mixer cream Cheddar Cheese, butter and water until smooth. Add all dry ingredients. Refrigerate for at least an hour. Using a pastry bag and border tip, pipe out mixture to desired length and shape. Bake on ungreased cookie sheet at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Let cool and store in an air tight container.


For a cracker shape, roll dough into a log and wrap with plastic wrap and freezer paper. Freeze, then slice thin before baking.


Dough freezes well and perfect to keep on hand for unexpected company.


Enjoy!