Signature Cheese Pastries  

courtesy of Nancy

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1 cup flour

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/2 salt

freshly ground black pepper

1/4 pound butter, chilled, cut into bits (1/2 cup)

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

2 tablespoons heavy cream, chilled (milk works well, also)

 

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In a food processor, combine the flour, paprika, salt, and pepper. 

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Pulse in the butter pieces to make coarse meal. 

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Add the cheese.

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With the machine running, pour in the cream to create a dough. 

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Remove the dough, form it into a ball, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 3 days.

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Preheat oven to 325*F

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Roll out section of the dough, 1/8 inch thick on a floured surface. 

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Cut with cookie cutter into shapes. 

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Place them on ungreased baking sheets and bake until lightly browned (I've found about 20 min), reversing the pans to promote even browning.  

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Remove, cool on racks, and store them in airtight containers or freeze, tightly cover for up to a month.

 

 

Last updated:  09/29/2010