Title: Firecrackers
 Categories: Crackers, Snacks, Appetizers
      Yield: 25 Servings
 
      1 ts Cayenne pepper
      1 ts Salt
  2 1/2 c  Flour
      8 oz Cheddar cheese, grated
    1/2 lb Butter (2 sticks) unsalted-
           At room temperature
      1 c  Pecans, chopped fine
 
  Sift cayenne, salt, and flour together. In a separate bowl, cream
  butter and cheese together. Gradually add flour mixture and mix
  thoroughly. Add pecans. Divide dough in half. Roll into logs, 1 1/2
  inches x 8 inches. Wrap each log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for
  up to two weeks or freeze for up to 6 months. To serve: preheat oven
  to 350 deg f. Grease baking sheets. With a sharp knife, cut logs into
  1/4" thick slices. Arrange slices on baking sheets about 1/2 apart.
  bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove from
  sheets and cool completely. Store in airtight containers. Good when
  served with soups or as hors d'oeuvres.