Olive-Cheese Ball - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 1/4 c. flour (all-purpose)
1/2 c. butter, melted
pimento stuffed olives, drained (approximately 36 small)

Preparation

Mix cheese and flour; mix in butter or margarine.
Mold 1 teaspoon dough around each olive (work dough with hands if it seems dry).
Shape into ball; place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
Heat oven to 400\u00b0 and bake until set, 15 to 20 minutes.
Makes 3 to 4 dozen. Do not use self-rising flour.