Cheese Straws - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 3/4 c. plain flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt (or less)
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. cayenne red pepper (optional)
1 stick butter, softened or melted
12 oz. New York State extra sharp Cheddar cheese, grated

Preparation

Sift flour, baking powder, salt and red pepper 3 times.
Mix butter with cheese.
Add dry ingredients, using a fork and/or fingers.