Cheese Buds - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 lb. sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 lb. butter
2 c. sifted flour
1/4 tsp. red pepper
1 egg white, slightly beaten
pecan halves

Preparation

With mixer, blend cheese and butter.
Sift flour and pepper. Gradually work into cream mixture with spoon.
Roll out 1/2-inch thick.
Cut into 1-inch rounds.
Brush with egg white; top with pecans.
Bake on ungreased cookie sheet in hot oven preheated to 425\u00b0 for 10 to 15 minutes.
Makes 8 dozen.