Cheese Pennies
1 jar (5 ounces) pasteurized process sharp American cheese spread
1/4 cup solid shortening (Crisco or something similar)
2/3 cup flour (not self-rising)
In a small mixer bowl, mix all ingredients on medium speed 20 - 30
seconds. On a lightly floured surface, mold dough into 2 rolls, 1
inch
in diameter and 8 inches long. Dough will be soft but not sticky.
Wrap
well and chill for at least 2 hours.
Heat oven to 375. Cut rolls into 1/4 inch wide pennies. Place on
ungreased baking sheet, not too closely as they expand a little. Bake
10 - 12 minutes or until light brown.
Notes:
1. Cheese with bacon, garlic, or hickory smoke favor can be
substituted.
2. I always use Old English cheese.
3. I like to cool the pennies on a paper towel.
4. The dough can be chilled for several days.
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