Cheese Snaps

Submitted by MommyMakes

"Testing. Somewhere between a savory cookie and a cracker. Great for holidays and parties! Prep time includes chill time."

 

• Ready In: 3hrs 15mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 72 crackers

ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• 1⁄2 cup pecans, toasted and finely chopped

directions

1. Sift flour, cayenne and salt together. Set aside.
2. Combine butter with cheeses.
3. Stir in pecans, then flour mixture a little at a time using a wooden spoon to make a soft dough.
4. Shape mixture in 2 x 8-inch long rolls. Wrap in plastic film. Secure ends. Chill at least 3 hours.
5. Preheat oven to 325ºF.
6. Cut each roll into 1/4 inch slices. Place slightly apart on flat baking trays.
7. Bake in preheated oven about 15 minutes or until a light golden brown color. Leave on trays until just firm. Lift onto wire rack. Cool completely before storing in sealed containers.