CHEDDAR CHEESE WAFERS

CHEDDAR CHEESE WAFERS image

Yield 24-30 wafers

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 c. unsalted butter, softened
1/2 c. (2 oz.) finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 t. dry mustard
1/4 t. salt + coarse salt to sprinkle (optional)
Pinch of cayenne pepper
3 T. finely chopped, toasted pecans
1/2 c. all-purpose flour

Steps:

Beat butter until fluffy. Blend in cheese and seasonings. Add pecans and flour, blending well. Using plastic wrap, shape dough into a log, 1" in diameter; wrap tightly and chill at least 1 hour (or up to 1 week). Freeze for longer storage. To bake, cut dough into 1/4" slices; place on lined baking sheet. Sprinkle lightly with coarse salt if desired. Bake in preheated 400F oven until golden, 8-10 minutes. For Parmesan Poppyseed Wafers, substitute 1/2 c. grated parmegiano-reggiano cheese and 1-1/2 t. poppyseeds for the cheddar and pecans.