Southern Cheesy Date Biscuits

Normaone's Note:

Dates are some of my favorite things. Aside from being very easy to make, these date treats are great as a snack, appetizer or part of a meal. They also freeze well, both baked and unbaked.

• Total Time: 40 mins
• Prep Time: 25 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 30 biscuits

• 1 (8 ounce) package whole pitted dates
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon cayenne
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup extra-sharp cheddar cheese , grated
• ½ cup unsalted butter , room temperature
• ½ cup milk

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375^F.
2. Sift together the flour, cayenne and salt.
3. Set aside.
4. In the medium bowl of a mixer, beat butter and cheese until well blended.
5. Mix in the flour mixture.
6. Add milk making a stiff dough.
7. Completely enclose each of 35 dates with 1 tablespoon dough.
8. Place each dough covered date on an ungreased baking sheet.
9. Bake 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. These can be formed in advance and baked as needed.
11. Serve warm.