Title: Firecrackers
Categories: Cracker Snack Appetizer
Yield: 25 Servings
| 1 | ts | Cayenne pepper |
| 1 | ts | Salt |
| 2 1/2 | c | Flour |
| 8 | oz | Cheddar cheese, grated |
| 1/2 | lb | Butter (2 sticks) unsalted- |
| | | At room temperature |
| 1 | c | Pecans, chopped fine |
Sift cayenne, salt, and flour together. In a separate bowl, cream butter
and cheese together. Gradually add flour mixture and mix thoroughly. Add
pecans. Divide dough in half. Roll into logs, 1 1/2 inches x 8 inches. Wrap
each log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to two weeks or freeze for
up to 6 months. To serve: preheat oven to 350 deg f. Grease baking sheets.
With a sharp knife, cut logs into 1/4" thick slices. Arrange slices on
baking sheets about 1/2 apart. bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until light
golden brown. Remove from sheets and cool completely. Store in airtight
containers. Good when served with soups or as hors d'oeuvres.