CHEESY CHIVE CRISPS

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"These snack bites are great to keep on hand for guests," says Eve McNew of St. Louis, Missouri. Since the recipe makes a lot, you might want to freeze some of the cheese logs for future use. Be sure to thaw them in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours before slicing and baking.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield about 9 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup minced chives
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Dash garlic salt
2 cups crisp rice cereal

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and cheese until light and fluffy. Beat in the flour, chives, salt, pepper sauce and garlic salt. Stir in cereal. Shape into four 6-1/2x1-1/2-in. logs. Wrap securely and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm., Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until edges are crisp and lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in the refrigerator or freezer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 106mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.