Super Cheese Straws
["1/2 c. butter, softened", "1/2 c. vegetable shortening", "1 lb. very finely grated sharp Cheddar cheese", "2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour", "1 tsp. salt", "1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper"]
["Beat butter and shortening thoroughly.", "Add very finely grated cheese; mix well.", "Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off.", "Blend flour, salt and cayenne pepper together.", "Add in 3 additions.", "Mix well after each addition.", "Make a roll of dough. Press into cookie tube firmly.", "Hold cookie maker firmly; press. Bake at 350\u00b0 approximately 12 minutes.", "Yields 10 dozen."]
["butter", "vegetable shortening", "Cheddar cheese", "flour", "salt", "cayenne pepper"]