Esta'S Cheese Straws

Directions

1. 1
   Mix soft cheese and margarine.
2. 2
   Add red pepper.
3. 3
   Add flour, one cup at a time until the dough begins to pull away from the bowl. (Add flour until it pulls away but is still soft.)
4. 4
   Shape into balls (size of a quarter) and place a pecan half on top.
5. 5
   Bake at 350° (preheated) for about 20 minutes until crisp.
6. 6
   If you have a pastry press, use the piece that will make straws or flat sticks.