Ingredients: |
Ingredients: 2 cups self-rising flour 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, room temperature l/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce 1 egg white 1 tablespoon water About 60 pecan halves
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Directions: |
Directions:In a medium bowl, sift together flour, pepper, salt, and cayenne. In the work bowl of a food processor, pulse together cheese, butter, cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce until smooth. Add flour mixture, and pulse until very creamy, scraping down sides of bowl several times. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into 3 (2-inch-thick) logs. Roll in parchment paper, securing at ends. Place in freezer for at least 1 hour. Preheat oven to 375°. Line rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside. Remove logs from freezer. Using a sharp knife, cut logs into 1/4-inch-thick coins. Place coins on prepared baking sheets. In a small bowl, whisk together egg white and water. Using a pastry brush, lightly coat each coin. Press a pecan half into the center of each coin. Bake until lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove to wire racks. Let cool completely. Store covered at room temperature for up to 1 week. |