Cheese Pastry Shells

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour and salt; cut into shortening.
2. 2
   Stir in cheese. Sprinkle one tablespoon water over part of the mixture; toss gently with fork.
3. 3
   Push aside.
4. 4
   Repeat, adding enough of the water so entire mix is moistened.
5. 5
   Form into a ball.
6. 6
   Roll dough into a 12 x 12-inch square on a lightly floured surface.
7. 7
   Cut into 36 (2 x 2-inch) squares.
8. 8
   Grease mini-muffin cups.
9. 9
   Press dough squares allowing points to stick up.
10. 10
    Prick with a fork.
11. 11
    Bake at 400° for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden in color.
12. 12
    Remove shells from pans; cool on wire racks.
13. 13
    Shells may be filled with egg, tuna and/or ham salad, with a hot Sloppy Joes mix or a cold or hot mix of your choice.