Cheesy Nibbles

These are great to put out with appetizers before dinner, or to bring to a friend's for an afternoon or evening snack.  Nothing healthy about them, but they are VERY SIMPLE to make, and everyone loves them. 

Cheesy Nibbles

adapted from http://attic24.typepad.com/weblog/2011/01/cheesy-nibbles.html (look here for an enticing photo of the end product)

makes about 30-36

14 T. butter (1 stick plus 6 T.), melted

1-1/2 cup all-purpose flour

2 cups grated cheese (I've used a package of mixed cheddar and monterey jack)

pinch or two of cayenne

pinch or two of salt

Preheat oven to 375.

Put all the ingredients into one bowl and mix with a fork until it comes together to form a soft dough.

Using your hands, break off small lumps and roll into 1-inch balls.

Place balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving room for them to spread out, and flatten them slightly. (I put a small piece of parchment paper over the ball and then press down with the flat bottom of a glass.) I use two cookie sheets.

Bake for 13-15 mins until just turning golden around the edges.