Serves: 5
Total Calories: 353
Yield: 16

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup finely ground toasted pecans
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut up
1/4 pound sharp cheddar cheese, grated
2 tablespoons cold water
kosher salt for sprinkling (optional)

Heat oven to 350°. In food processor, pulse flour, pecans, 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and cayenne. Add butter; pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add grated cheese; pulse until pieces are no longer visible. With machine running, gradually add cold water; process until dough comes together.

Transfer to a lightly floured surface; divide dough into 2 equal parts. Roll out each into a 1/4-inch thickness. Sprinkle very lightly with kosher salt (optional). Cut dough into 2 1/2-inch rounds or other desired shape; transfer to ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes until centers are firm to touch. Do not overbake. Cool on wire rack. Store in airtight containers.

Nutritional Facts:

Serves: 5
Total Calories: 353
Calories from Fat: 208

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