Cheese Straws

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 c. Cheddar cheese, grated reduced fat
• 4 T Margarine
• 3/4 c All purpose flour
• 1/2 t Salt
• 1/2 t Crushed red pepper flakes
• 4 T Evaporated milk, skim

Directions

1. PREHEAT the oven to 350°F
2. In a bowl COMBINE the cheese, margarine, flour, salt, red pepper and MIX until ingredients resembles course crumbs.
3. ADD the evaporated milk and STIR until dough forms a ball.
4. On a lightly floured surface, using a rolling pin, ROLL the dough into an 8x10 inch rectangle that is 1/8 inch thick.
5. With a sharp knife, CUT the dough into long, thick strips, 1/4 to 1/3 inch wide (DIPPING the knife in flour after every few inches ensures a clean cut).
6. Gently TRANSFER the strips to an ungreased cookie sheet. The straws can be any length.
7. BAKE the straws for 12-15 minutes, or until the ends are starting to brown.