Cheddar Pennies/Crackers

This is from The Food Network Kitchens Cookbook, chosen for QueenB, for the August 2009 Cookbook Swap. This recipe is different from the 2 already posted, and looks to be a tasty appy or snack. Toppings may be caraway, fennel, or other whole seeds; fresh dill, thyme, or rosemary; coarse salt; cracked pepper; black onion seeds I strongly suggest using a food processor instead of a mixer -- batter is VERY stiff,

• Ready In: 1 hr 38 mins
• Yields: 8 dozen

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fine salt
• 8  tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 4  ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 2  teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 1  pinch hot paprika

Directions

1. Whisk flour, salt, and paprika in a small bowl.
2. With electric mixer, beat butter, cheese, and mustard until smooth.
3. Beat in flour mixture until dough comes together.
4. Divide dough into thirds.
5. Roll each piece into a log, 1 inch across and 9 inches long.
6. Heat oven to 425* F.
7. Wrap each log in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
8. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
9. Slice logs into 1/4 inch thick coins.
10. Place on baking sheet 1 inch apart.
11. Press on toppings and bake until golden brown.
12. Cool on pans on wire rack.