Basic Cheese Straws Recipe

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   In a food processor, combine cheese and butter and pulse till combined.

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   Add in flour, salt, and cayenne pepper.

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   Process till a crumbly dough forms.

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   You should be able to press a handful of dough and have it hold together.

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   Fit a cookie press with a star tip.

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   Fill barrel of press with dough.

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   Pipe dough onto ungreased, shiny (not dark) cookie sheet in long strips, about 1/1/2 inches apart.

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   Cut strips into 2 to 2 1/2 inch lengths and move apart slightly.

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   Bake for20 min.

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    Remove from oven, sprinkle with salt and paprika while hot, if you like.

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    Cold on pan.

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    Use a spatula to remove.

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    Store in airtight container for up to a week.

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    Baked cheese straws can be frzn.

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    Thaw at room temperature before serving.

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    Do not overbake them; they should not brown.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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