Taco-Flavored Cheese Cookies Paula Deen's

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Taco-Flavored Cheese Cookies

 

1 cup butter, softened

2 cups grated sharp Cheddar cheese

2 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese

3 cups flour

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp chili powder

1 tsp ground black pepper

1/2 tsp salt

 

Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line the baking sheets with parchment paper. In a

large bowl, beat the butter and both of the cheeses at medium speed with an

electric mixer until creamy. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cumin, chili

powder, pepper, and the salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture. Beat until

smooth. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Place 2 inches apart onto the

prepared baking sheets. Flatten the cookies slightly with the bottom of a

glass. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. Let

cool on the pans for 2 minutes. Remove from the pans. Cool completely on wire

racks. Store in airtight containers. Makes about 7 dozen

 

Melissa

 

Recipe Source: Pauls Deen Holiday Magazine