My mum makes these every Christmas – a big box of them that comes out for nibbles with drinks. Pretty good with a glass of red.
or beer
or G&T.
or on their own.
Makes about 40.
4ozs butter at room temperature
2ozs semolina
4ozs self raising flour
3ozs vintage cheddar cheese (grated)
½ teaspoon of salt
½ teaspoon of dry mustard
about 40 halved salted cashew nuts
cream together all ingredients except nuts
form into small balls put onto baking sheet
press down to flatten slightly – top biscuit with nut
Bake at 350F for 15 minutes until pale golden.