Cheese Mantecaos

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. 2

   In a food processor put the butter, cheese, flour, egg, salt, cayenne, and cumin.

3. 3

   Pulse just until mixture resembles coarse meal; don't over-process.

4. 4

   Form the mixture into 1 inch balls and place on a lightly greased baking sheet about 2 inches apart.

5. 5

   Flatten each ball slightly with your fingers.

6. 6

   Bake until the pastries puff and are golden brown, about 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Cool completely on a wire rack and garnish with the paprika.

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