SNAPPY CHEESE WAFERS

2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/4 to 1/2 tsp ground red pepper (cayenne) (or to taste)
1/2 tsp dry mustard
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups crispy rice cereal

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease cookie sheets.

Combine cheese and margarine; cream until smooth, using electric mixer. Add red pepper, mustard, and flour; mix well. Stir in rice cereal.

Form dough into small balls; flatten with a fork to make wafers. Place on prepared cookie sheets.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 12-15 minutes or until lightly brown. Store in airtight container.

Makes about 3 dozen
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