Cheese Straws

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400°.
2. 2
   Blend biscuit mix, grated cheese, shortening, salt and cayenne pepper.
3. 3
   Mix with fork to consistency of coarse crumbs.
4. 4
   Add egg yolk and water to form stiff dough. Knead a few times and roll to 1/4-inch thickness on surface sprinkled with flour.
5. 5
   Cut into strips.
6. 6
   Place on ungreased baking sheet.
7. 7
   Bake 10 to 12 minutes.
8. 8
   Yields 19 (6 x 1/2-inch) straws.