Lavender Cheese Nibblers

Bring it together

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.

2. 2

   In a food processor, combine the cheddar, Parmesan and butter. Add the egg yolk and pepper, then pulse in the flour until a soft dough forms.

3. 3

   Whisk the egg white and water in a bowl. Place the pecans in a shallow dish.

4. 4

   Shape the dough into 3/4-inch balls. Roll in the egg white mixture, then the pecans. Place 1 inch apart on the prepared sheets and make a thumbprint in each center.

5. 5

   Bake for 15 minutes, until firm and lightly golden. If the centers puff, press them down with the rounded side of a measuring teaspoon. Cool on a wire rack.

6. 6

   Just before serving, spoon Tayberry Lavender Preserve into the centers.