Cheese Straws - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. plain flour
1 lb. sharp Cheddar cheese
1 stick (1/4 lb.) oleo or butter (mine was with butter)
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. red pepper (I usually add a tad more)

Preparation

Sift flour before measuring.
Add baking soda, salt and red pepper.
Sift two more times.
Grate cheese and butter.
When soft enough, add flour a little at a time and mix all ingredients well. (I put cheese and butter in microwave on defrost for just a few seconds to help soften.)
You can use a pastry utensil or work it with your hands to mix.
Put through cookie press and bake at 350\u00b0 for about 15 minutes or until brownness desired.
Makes approximately 90 to 100 straws about 3 to 3 1/2 inches long.
(I used cookie press disc with a star-like shape.)