Miniature Pastry Shells

Into a medium mixing bowl, turn cheese and butter.

Let stand at room temperature to soften. With a wooden spoon, blend thoroughly. Gradually work in flour.

Press dough flat in bowl and refrigerate about 30 minutes.

With a knife or spatula, mark off dough into 24 equal portions.

Roll each portion into a ball, then press over bottom and sides (up to top) of small muffin pan cups, each about 1 3/4-inches in diameter.

Use as directed in recipe for Crab Tarts.

Makes 24 tarts.