Pecan Cheese Pennies
 
MAKES ABOUT 36
Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • ¾ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • Pecan halves, for topping*
Instructions
  1. In the work bowl of a food processor, pulse together flour, cheese, butter, salt, paprika, garlic powder, red pepper, and Worcestershire until combined. With processor running, gradually add milk until a dough forms.
  2. Roll dough into a 2-inch-diameter log. Wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°. Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
  4. Unwrap dough and cut into ¼-inch-thick slices. Place 2 inches apart on prepared pans. Top each round with 1 pecan half, pressing gently to secure.
  5. Bake until golden and crisp, 18 to 20 minutes. Let cool completely before serving or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Notes
*We used Cane River Pecan Company pecans.
Recipe by Southern Lady Magazine at https://southernladymagazine.com/pecan-cheese-pennies-recipe/