Cheese Crisps

SOURCE : HIRAM WALKER BARTENDERS GUIDE Makes about 2-1/2 dozen crisps. Prep time : 10 min Cook Time : 12 min

• Ready In: 22 mins
• Yields: 2 1/2 dozen

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup butter, soft
• 1  cup cheddar cheese, grated (about 1/4 lb. per cup )
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1  pinch cayenne
• 1⁄2 cup  crisp rice cereal
• 1⁄2 cup all-purpose flour, sifted

Directions

1. Mix butter, cheese, salt, and cayenne together.
2. Crush rice cereal with a rolling pin.
3. Add cereal and flour to the butter mixture; blend well.
4. Shape in small balls ( about 1 tsp for each ) .
5. Place on ungreased baking sheet; flatten with a floured fork.
6. Bake in a moderate oven ( 375° F ) for 8 to 12 minutes.
7. Cool.
8. Makes about 2-1/2 dozen crisps.
9. Prep time : 10 min.
10. Cook Time : 12 min.