Cheese Pastries Tequenos - flour

Method

• In a large bowl, mix the flour, butter, egg yolk, sugar, salt, and water together.
• Knead until very smooth, about 10 minutes. Set aside to rest for 30 minutes.
• On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the dough until it is very thin.
• Cut into strips 6 inches long and 2 inches wide.
• Cut cheese into 2-x-1/2 inch sticks.
• Take one stick of cheese, wrap it diagonally(like a spiral), overlapping the dough, and pinch together the ends.
• Repeat with the remaining dough and cheese.
• In an electric skillet, heat 1 inch of oil to 350°F.
• Drop in a few tequenos at a time and fry until golden, brown on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes.
• Remove using a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels, and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
• Uncooked tequenos may be frozen for up to 6 months.