In
bowl of electric mixer, cream the butter and grated cheddar. When it is
smooth, add the cayenne, salt and Tabasco. Blend in the flour in small
amounts to make a firm dough. Chill the dough for about 1 hour. Preheat oven
to 325 degrees. Roll the dough out to 1/4 inch thickness and cut it into
circles with a 1–1/2 inch biscuit cutter.

Place a tiny piece of crystallized ginger in the center
of each wafer. Place them on an ungreased baking sheet and bake for 10 –
12 minutes Sprinkle the wafers with sugar while they are still warm.
Serve at room temperature.