GREENSBORO, N.C. — Our State's April issue features all the things we love about spring!
During Easter season its a great time to get outside and enjoy all the outdoor art across the state, take part in celebrations like sunrise services and of course, all the good eating.
Chef Lynn Wells shared the April recipes including some springtime snacks from her home kitchen.
For more details watch the video above and be sure to check out Our State Magazine's website for more cooking ideas.
Here's how to make those delicious Smoky Cheese Wafers.
Yield: 48 wafers.
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon Texas Pete
1 pound sharp Cheddar cheese, hand-shredded
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, cayenne pepper, and paprika. Set aside.
In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat the butter and hot sauce until smooth and creamy. On low speed, gradually add flour mixture, scraping down the sides. Add cheese and continue mixing until all ingredients are well incorporated. Remove dough from mixing bowl, form into a ball, and place on clean countertop.
Cut dough into quarters. Lightly flour countertop and roll each section of dough into log shapes, approximately 2 inches thick. Gently press dough as you roll to eliminate air pockets. Once all dough has been rolled, wrap each cheese log in plastic wrap and tie the ends to ensure all the dough is sealed. Store dough in refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours.
Preheat oven to 350°. Remove dough from refrigerator as needed. Unwrap dough and cut into ½-inch slices. Place slices on parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced 1 inch apart. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until edges are slightly browned. Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes to set. Once wafers are completely cooled, store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.