Cheese & Chive Puffs

2/3 cup flour
pinch of salt
pinch of cayenne pepper
1/4 cup (1 oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2/3 cup water
2 eggs, beaten
2 ounces cream cheese
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped

Sift flour, salt and cayenne into a bowl. Mix in cheese. Put butter and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and immediately beat in flour mixture all at once. Return to low heat and beat vigorously until a soft ball form and leaves the side of the pan. Cool slightly, then gradually add beaten eggs, beating between each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and glossy; cover and leave until cold.

Bake at 375° F until lightly brown (about 10-15 minutes.)

Blend cheese and chives in a small bowl; spoon into puffs.
 

 2008  Nathan Krämer  Blair, Nebraska   http://www.nathankramer.com/cookbook/