CHEESE TWISTS

200 grams plain flour / maida
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper powder
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup milk
Oil for frying

Sift flour, salt, baking powder, and pepper into a medium size mixing bowl. Cut in butter or margarine and cheese with a pastry cutter until mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle cold water over mixture; mix lightly with a fork until mixture holds together and leaves side of bowl.
Roll out on to a floured board about 12x4 inches. Cut crosswise into strips about ½ inch wide. Lift the strips carefully and twist each one gently. Heat sufficient oil in a pan and deep fry the strips till golden Or place twists 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 425° for 10 minutes, or until lightly browned. Carefully transfer cheese twists to wire racks to cool