Parmesan Cheese Bites

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour, cheese and red pepper; cut in butter with a pastry blender until crumbly, but still dry.
2. 2
   Gently press mixture together with hands, working until blended and smooth, 2 to 3 minutes.
3. 3
   Shape into 2 (4 inch long) logs.
4. 4
   (Or roll into a 10 x 7 inch rectangle, 1/4 inch thick, on a lightly floured surface. Cut lengthwise into 8 strips and crosswise into 4 strips, forming 32 squares.)
5. 5
   Wrap in plastic wrap, chill 8 hours or freeze.
6. 6
   Freeze up to 3 months, if desired.
7. 7
   Thaw overnight in refrigerator. Preheat oven to 350°.
8. 8
   Slice logs 1/4 inch thick.
9. 9
   Bake 12 to 15 minutes on ungreased baking sheets until lightly browned.
10. 10
    Yield: 32 appetizers.