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Strawberry Cheese Tarts

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Makes: Up to 12, depending on size of cookie cutter

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 3 to 4 oz. cream cheese
  • Small jar of strawberry jam
  • 1 egg, beaten

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 400 F.

2. Mix all above ingredients to make a pastry. Roll in a ball and chill for several hours.

3. Roll out to 1/8-inch thickness on a floured surface. Cut circles with a cookie cutter or water glass.

4. Spoon a teaspoon of strawberry jam in center. Brush edges with beaten egg. Put another circle on top and press edges all around together with a fork. Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar.

5. Bake on lightly greased cookie sheet for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown. Can serve warm.