Cheddar Pecan Thumbprints With Jalapeno Jelly and Cranberries |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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From a Fort Worth magazine from Feastivities. Everyone enjoyed this appetizer. Looks great for Christmas. Ingredients:
1 lb butter, softened |
4 cups cheddar cheese, shredded |
1 cup pecan pieces, toasted |
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper |
1 teaspoon salt |
4 -4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour |
10 ounces jalapeno jelly |
1 cup sweetened dried cranberries, chopped |
Directions:
1. In large bowl, mix butter, cheese, pecans, cayeene and salt. Gradually mix in flour. Result will be a stiff dough like shortbread. Form into logs 1-inch thick by 10 inches long. Wrap in wax paper and refrigrate until firm, at least 3 hours. (Refrigerate up to 5 days, frozen up to 6 months.).
2. Preheat oven to 350°F Remove dough from wax paper and slice into 1-inch pieces. Lightly press each piece in palm of hand; using thumb make a 1/4 inch indentation in center of each. Fill thumbprint with 1 teaspoon jelly and sprinkle with cranberries on top.
3. Place on nonstick cookie sheet, spacing 1 inch apart. Bake 15- 20 minutes or until firm and slightly browned at edges. For best flavor do no overcook. May be served warm at room temperature.
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