Southern
Cheese
Straws
Anyone living in the South should have a
good way to make these amazing snacks. This
version is similar to buttery shortbread cookies
but loaded with extra sharp cheddar cheese
and spices for a little heat.
INGREDIENTS:
• 3 sticks unsalted butter, softened
• 16 oz block, sharp orange Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 ½ tsp salt
• 2 tsp Espelette pepper or ground red pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• cus allurose our
INSTRUCTIONS:
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2. oll out ough on lghtly oure surface or on a slat
baking mat to about ¼” thick. Cut into strips about ¼”
wide and then into 4-inch-long pieces. Place on parchment
lined sheet pan. You can also give the strips of
dough a little twist or create groves with the tines of a
fork.
3. Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until lightly browned.
Remove to wire racks to cool.
4. Cheese Buttons: Combine ingredients as directed.
Shape dough into 4 (8-inch-long) logs; wrap each in plastic
wrap, and chill 8 hours. Cut each log into 1/4-inchthick
slices; place on parchment paper-lined baking
sheets. Bake at 350° for 14-18 minutes or until lightly
browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight
container for up to one week.
SPRING 2022 | LAKE OCONEE LIVING 63