Savoury bacon cheddar cookies

Ingredients

• 4 slices thick cut bacon, chopped finely
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 stick softened butter, cut into cubes
• 1 large egg
• 1 egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Preparation

• In a large skillet over medium high heat cook the chopped bacon until very crisp. Drain on paper towel.
• In the bowl of a stand mixer combine the flour, cayenne pepper, butter, egg, egg yolk, and cream. Mix until well combined.
• Add the shredded cheese and crisp bacon to the work bowl and mix on low speed until combined.
• Turn the dough out on to a lightly floured board and roll into a log about 1 1/2 around. Wrap the log in plastic wrap and chill for at least two hours.
• During the last half hour of chilling heat your oven to 350 F. Once chilled slice into 1/4 thick disks and place about 1/2 apart on an un-greased cookie sheet.
• Bake for 18 to 25 minutes, or until the cookies are just turning golden abound the edges and the cookies are firm to the touch.
• Cool on a rack until they are slightly warm.
  
  Store them in air-tight container when they are are completely cool down and can keep well for 2 days

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