- 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
- 1/2 cup finely shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup pecan halves
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and cheese. Combine flour, paprika and salt; add to creamed mixture.
- Shape dough into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Top each with a pecan; press down to flatten. Bake at 350 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire rack to cool.