Cheese straws

Preheat the oven to 200 C / Gas mark 6. Grease a baking tray.

In a large bowl cream butter and cheese. Stir in flour and salt; mix well

On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1.25cm in thickness.

Cut into 5cm strips and sprinkle with chilli powder, if desired.

Place strips on prepared baking tray 3 to 4cm apart.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until crisp.