Cheese Pennies

I found this recipe in the December issue of Alabama Living magazine. It reminds me of cheese straws, which is something I totally love. Okay. Maybe not exactly, but close enough.

Cheese Pennies

1 stick (1/2 cup) margarine, softened
1/2 pound grated cheddar cheese
1/2 package dry onion soup mix, shaken well before opening
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour

Cream margarine and cheese together. Add soup mix, salt and flour. Blend well.

Divide into fifths. Shape each section into a long "snake" one inch in diameter. Chill.

Cut into 1/4-inch slices. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. Bake slices at 375 degrees for 10 minutes or until well browned. Remove immediately and cool completely.

Makes 3 1/2 to 4 dozen. Store in airtight container.