Not Like All the Other Cheese Straws!!!

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 450F.

2. 2

   Grate cheese by hand or in food processor and place in bowl.

3. 3

   Pulse flour, cayenne in food processor.

4. 4

   Add butter and process until butter and flour are combined.

5. 5

   Pulse in cheese.

6. 6

   Turn out onto counter or cutting board and knead by hand, adding a few drops of ice water if necessary (you can wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 2 days, taking it out about a half hour before proceeding).

7. 7

   Roll out into a rectangle about a 1/4 inch thick, on a lightly floured surface or between 2 sheets of plastic wrap, then cut into 1/2 inch wide strips as long as you like.

8. 8

   Place on a lightly greased baking sheet and sprinkle with salt, if using.

9. 9

   Bake until golden brown, about 5 to 8 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.