Ingredients

  • 4 to 4-1/2 c. All-Purpose Flour, divided
  • 2 Tbsp. Sugar
  • 1 pkg. (1/4 oz.) active Dry Yeast
  • 1-1/4 tsp. Salt
  • 3/4 c. Warm Tomato Juice (120 - 130 degrees)
  • 1/2 c. Warm Water (120 - 130 degrees)
  • 1/4 c. Butter or Margarine
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 c. (8 oz.) finely shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
  • 2 Tbsp. snipped Chives

Method

  • In a mixing bowl, combine 1 c. Flour, Sugar, Yeast and Salt. Add Tomato Juice, Water and butter; beat for 2 minutes on medium speed.
  • Add Egg and enough remaining Flour to form a soft dough. Place in a greased bowl; turn once to grease top.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until doubled.
  • Punch dough down. Divide in half; fold each half into a 15 x 12 inch rectangle approximately 1/8 inch thick.
  • Cut into 3 inch squares.
  • Place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets.
  • Make 1 inch slits in each corner of each square.
  • Combine Cheese and chives; place 1 heaping teaspoon in the center of each square.
  • Bring every other corner up to center, overlapping slightly to form pinwheels; press firmly. Bake at 400 for 8 - 10 minutes.
  • Remove to a wire rack to cool. Yields 40 appetizers.