1 c. butter, softened
8 oz. sharp Cheddar cheese
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. red pepper (you can add more if you want them spicier)
2 c. puffed rice cereal

Cream butter and cheese. Add flour, salt and pepper. Mix well; add cereal and mix with hands as the dough gets very stiff. Roll into walnut size balls and flatten with a fork. Place on ungreased cookie sheet at 325°F for 20 to 25 minutes.