Chipotle Cheddar Cranberry Nut Wafers

2 sticks (1 cup) softened butter

8 ounces chipotle cheddar cheese, shredded

1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts

1/2 cup dried cranberries

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 1/4 cups flour

Place butter in a stand mixer and beat until light and fluffy. Add cheese, stirring to combine. Add walnuts and cranberries and stir well. Add flour and beat until incorporated. Divide dough in half and form into 2 logs about 1 1/2-inch thick. Roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, at least 4 hours.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place parchment paper on baking sheet. Cut the logs into 1/4-inch slices,place on baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Keep reserved dough in fridge until ready to bake. Makes about 3 dozen wafers.