Basil-Parmesan Bites

Directions

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   Stir together first 4 ingredients in a medium bowl; cut in butter with a pastry blender or two forks until crumbly. (Mixture will look very dry.) Gently press mixture together with hands, working until blended and smooth (about 2 to 3 minutes).
2. 2
   Shape dough into 2 (4-inch-long) logs. Wrap each log in plastic wrap, and chill 8 hours.
3. 3
   Cut each log into 1/4-inch-thick slices, and place on parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Brush tops with milk.
4. 4
   Bake at 350° for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
5. 5
   Parmesan Cheese Bites: Proceed with recipe as directed, omitting fresh basil.
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   Caryn Nabors, Gadsden, Alabama