2 sticks butter
2 c. plain flour
2 c. grated sharp Cheddar cheese
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
1 to 2 c. pecans, chopped

Mix all ingredients together, making a stiff dough. Pinch off into quarter size balls. Place on cookie sheet and press with fork to flatten. Bake at 400 degrees for 12 minutes.