Cheese Straws
4 ounces extra sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
4 tbs. butter, softened and cut into 4 pieces
¾ cup flour, plus extra for the rolling out
½ tsp. salt
1 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. half and half
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
1. In a food processor combine, cheese, butter, flour, salt, paprika, and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Add the half and half and process at a low speed until the dough forms a ball.
3. On a lightly floured surface, using a floured rolling pin, roll the dough into a rectangle 8 by 10 inches and 1/8 inch thick.
4. Gently transfer each straw to an ungreased cookie sheet, leaving about ½ inch between them, bake for 17 minutes, or until the ends just brown.
5. Let cool.
Yield: 30
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