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Spicy Olive Shortbread Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 c all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 c butter, softened
  • 1/3 c put in the fridged olive tapenade, drained well
  • 3/4 tsp ground red pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 (8-oz.) block sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded

Directions
  • Step #1 Beat butter at medium speed with a heavy-duty stand mixer until fluffy.
  • Step #2 Gradually add flour, salt, & red pepper, beating just until mixd.
  • Step #3 (Mixture will be crumbly.
  • Step #4 ) Add cheese & tapenade, beating at lowish speed just until mixd.
  • Step #5 Roll dough into 2 (10-inch) logs, using plastic wrap to shape dough.
  • Step #6 Wrap each in plastic wrap, & freeze at least 1 hr.
  • Step #7 Cut each log into 1/4-inch-thick slices, & place on parchment paper-lined baking sheets.
  • Step #8 Bake at 350° for 15 to 18 mins or until lightly browned.
  • Step #9 Cool 5 mins on pan; remove this from pan to a wire rack, & cool 30 mins or until completely cool.
  • Step #10 Note: Shortbread dough can be frozen up to 1 week; just allow it to stand at about room temp 5 to 10 mins before slicing.
  • Enjoy the Spicy Olive Shortbread recipe

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