Parmesan Cheese Bites

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 1/2 cup butter or margarine, cut up
• 2 tablespoons milk

Preparation

1. Pulse first 4 ingredients in a food processor until blended.
2. Shape dough into 2 (4-inch) logs. Wrap in plastic wrap, and place in an airtight container. Chill 8 hours. (Freeze up to 3 weeks, if desired; thaw in refrigerator overnight.)
3. Cut dough into 1/4-inch-thick slices, and place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Brush with milk.
4. Bake at 350° for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
5. Note: Baked cheese bites can be frozen up to 3 weeks. Thaw at room temperature 2 hours before serving.