My grandmother used to make these with her holiday cookies in December, and I was always a huge fan. I think a salty cheesy cookie really helps to balance out all of the sugary holiday treats. It also makes a good appetizer or snack. Really it's just a cheese straw made in cookie form.
Sharp Cheddar Cookies
16 oz sharp cheddar
3/4 stick butter
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper
paprika
Let cheese and butter warm to room temperature. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix and kneed ingredients except paprika until well combined (a food processor works well). Roll dough into small balls, press down slightly with a fork, and place on a cookie sheet. Bake 12-15 minutes and sprinkle with paprika.
These sound delicious! I am so making them!
Posted by: duane | December 22, 2007 at 05:18 PM
These cookies are my bf's favorite cookie this year. thanks for the tip.
Posted by: cubby | December 27, 2007 at 06:50 PM