PARMESAN-WALNUT ROUNDS

Parmesan-Walnut Rounds image

These cheesy bites are crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. You can make the logs ahead of time, but slice and bake just before serving.-Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup cold butter
1/3 cup cold water
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the cheese, flour and cayenne; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork just until moistened. Shape into two 6-in. logs. In a shallow bowl, combine walnuts and parsley. Roll each log in walnut mixture to coat edges., Cut each into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned. Remove to cool wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges