MASSA’S CHEESE CROQUETTES

3 tablespoonsful shortening,

¹⁄₄ teaspoon paprika,

¹⁄₃ cup bread flour,

¹⁄₄ teaspoon mustard,

1 cup hot milk,

Few grains cayenne,

¹⁄₄ teaspoon salt,

1 cup cheese cut fine.

Melt shortening, add flour; add hot milk, and stir until smooth and thick; add seasonings and cheese, and pour into a shallow dish to cool. Shape into small pyramids, roll in sifted crumbs, dip in egg, and again in crumbs, and fry in deep fat until brown. Serve immediately.