Créole Pecan Cheese Puffs
                       Makes about 36 puffs

 

 1 cup pecans, chopped
 3 cups self-rising flour
 4 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
 1 large egg, beaten
 1 cup butter, softened
 2 tablespoon Créole seasoning mix

 

Mix together cheese, butter, egg and seasoning mix, until blended. Add flour and pecans, mix well, but do not beat. On floured surface, hand roll stiff dough into logs, 1 1/2 inches in diameter and about 6 inches long (easiest to work with). Wrap logs in plastic wrap and refrigerator for about 30 minutes. Slice chilled dough logs into 1/4-inch rounds and place on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-18 minutes or until just the edges are just golden. Best when served warm.

 

NOTE: If dough is not stiff after mixing all ingredients, then add enough flour until stiff enough to work with.