Woodland Cheese Branches
 
MAKES 12
Ingredients
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 ounces extra sharp white Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter, cheeses, salt, red pepper, and paprika at medium speed until combined. Gradually add flour, beating just until combined. Gently shape into 4-inch sticks and place on prepared pan. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°.
  4. Bake until lightly browned, about 12 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Recipe by Southern Lady Magazine at https://southernladymagazine.com/onion-bisque-parsley-pesto-recipe/