w/ Lavon and Miss NiNi

The SIMPLE SEVEN CHEDDAR BITS—adapted from Martha Stewart Bakes

Ingredients:

• 2 c. cheddar cheese, shredded
• ¼ t. cayenne pepper
• ¼ t. paprika
• 1 t. coarse salt
• ½ c. (1 stick) cold butter, cut into 8 pieces
• 2 T. heavy cream
• 1-1/2 c. all-purpose flour
• Optional: Dried dill weed or cilantro

Method:

In a food processor combine first seven ingredients and process together until dough is formed.  Pulse until a ball forms. Shape dough into a rectangle that measures 4 inches x 5 inches. Cut rectangle into quarters. Wrap each quarter in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.  Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Roll each piece into a 4-inch x 5-inch rectangle. Cut into 1-inch squares. Place squares on parchment-lined cookie sheet. Bake until pale golden brown about 15-17 minutes. Makes about 80-100 squares. Great as a simple snack but can be served with fresh fruit, toasted nuts, or olives.

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