Savory Parmesan Shortbread Rounds Recipe

Directions:

1. Pre-heat oven to 350*.
2. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Mix flour, 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic, and cayenne pepper in food processor.
4. Add butter, and using pulse, process until dough begins to come together.
5. Gather dough into a ball.
6. Divide dough in half. Roll each half into 12-inch log.
7. Cut each log into 1-inch pieces.
8. Roll each piece into a ball and arrange on baking sheet about 1 1/2 inches apart.
9. Press each ball into 2-inch diameter rounds.
10. Sprinkle remaining 2 Tbsp Parmesan cheese over.
11. Bake shortbread rounds until tops are dry and bottoms are golden brown; about 20 minutes.
12. Transfer rounds to rack and cool completely.
13. NOTE: Can be made 1 week ahead and stored in airtight container at room temperature, or freeze up to 1 month.