Source: dLife

Savory pecan bites with Cheddar cheese and cayenne pepper.

Servings

0.25
0 1/4 lb  Butter, unsalted 0.25
0 1/4 lb  shredded cheddar cheese 2.0
2 oz  chopped pecans 0.25
0 1/4 tsp  ground cayenne (red pepper) 0.25
0 1/4 tsp  salt 1.25
1 1/4 cup  white whole wheat flour

1. In large bowl, mix butter, cheddar cheese, pecans, cayenne pepper, and salt until well blended.
2. Gradually mix in flour, using your hands to work in last bit. The result will be stiff dough much like shortbread.
3. Form dough into logs about 1" thick, and 10" long. Wrap each log in waxed paper, and refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours.
4. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper
5. Unwrap chilled logs of dough, and slice into 1/4" thick rounds using sharp knife.
6. Place slices about 1/4" apart on baking sheets.
7. Bake for 12 minutes, until firm and slightly browned at the edges.
8. Allow wafers to cool 1 minute before removing from pan.