Cheddar Biscuits

Name: Cheddar Biscuits
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 16 biscuits.
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/3 cup shortening; 1 cup buttermilk

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min. YIELD: 16 biscuits.

I often serve my family these warm cheddar biscuits with a hearty breakfast of bacon and eggs. They freeze well, too. —Colleen Horudko, Warman, Saskatchewan

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup shortening
1 cup buttermilk

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in cheese and shortening until crumbly. Add buttermilk; stir until just moistened.
2. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. Roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 118 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 251mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.

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