Paula Deen's Zesty Cheese Straws |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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I like everything Paula makes! Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter |
1 lb sharp cheddar cheese |
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper |
2 -3 teaspoons dried herbs (optional) |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
2. Make sure cheese and butter are room temperature.
3. In a mixing bowl, cream the butter until light and fluffy.
4. Add the cheese and mix until blended.
5. Add the flour, salt and red pepper (I used 1/2 tsp) this is when you would add dried herbs if using, mix to form a dough.
6. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up the dough, then place it in a cookie press, fitted with a ridged tip.
7. Pipe the dough in 2 inch strips onto a lightly greased cookie sheet.
8. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
9. Remove to racks to cool.
10. **Updated**.
11. I've discovered these are very tastey using dried herbs also.
12. I've made them with dill but can see me making them with thyme and sage before too long.
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