Gouda Coins

1. 1

   In food processor, whirl together cheese, butter, onion, mustard, salt, cayenne and nutmeg until smooth and fluffy.

2. 2

   Add flour; pulse until incorporated.

3. 3

   Turn out onto unfloured work surface; knead into ball.

4. 4

   Divide in half; roll each into 11 inch long log.

5. 5

   Spread black pepper over work surface; roll 1 log in pepper to coat.

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   Repeat with caraway or cumin seeds nd remaining log.

7. 7

   Wrap separately; refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.

8. 8

   If logs are hard, let stand at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes to soften slightly.

9. 9

   Cut into 1/4 inch thick slices.

10. 10

    Place, 1/2 inch apart, on parchment lined baking sheets.

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    Bake, 1 sheet at a time, in 375F oven until golden brown, about 15 minutes.

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    Let cool on sheet on rack.

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