Gouda-Cashew Bouchees

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups gouda cheese, shredded (6 oz.)
• 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 24 whole cashews

Directions

1. 1

   Combine cheese and butter in a large mixing bowl; beat at medium speed of electric mixer until blended.

2. 2

   Combine flour, mustard, and salt; add to cheese mixture, beating until dough is no longer crumbly.

3. 3

   Shape into 24 (1-inch) balls.

4. 4

   Place on lightly greased baking sheets; gently press a cashew on top of each ball.

5. 5

   Bake at 375ºF for 16-18 minutes or until lightly browned.

6. 6

   Let cool on wire racks.