Baked Cheese Pastry Olives

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   Well before you plan to serve, drain olives in colander.

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   Mix flour and cayenne together.

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   Blend butter and cheese together with a fork.

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   Blend in flour mixture (I used a pastry blender, or you could use two knives).

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   Add cold water, a teaspoon or so at a time, until a dough forms.

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   Wrap a tablespoon or so of dough around each olive, and roll between palms; place on a cookie sheet.

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   Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 to 20 minutes, until golden brown.

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   Serve warm.

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   Hint: You can make these ahead according to the recipe and freeze.

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    To reheat: place frozen olives on cookie sheet and bake about 10 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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