Recipes

[Barbarainnc]

Southern Cheese Straws

3 sticks of salted butter, softened.

1 pound of block Sharp Cheddar Cheese,shredded

1/2-1 t ground red pepper

4 cups all purpose flour

In a stand mixer, beat the butter, cheese and red pepper together, until blended.

Gradually add the flour, just until combined. Use a cookie press with a star disk. Make long pieces on a parchment lined cookie sheet. I used my Silpat mats. I filled the pans as full as I could, leaving a little room between each long piece. Bake at 350* for 15-20 minutes. Remove to a wire cooling rack. Store in an airtight container for 1 week if they last that long. Makes alot!!!