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Cheese Biscuits

Cheese Biscuits

These cheese biscuits are perfectly flaky and so easy to make. They make a great side to soups or chili.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 4 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • ½ cup shortening
  • ⅔ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ⅔ cup milk

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425˚F.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the flour, salt sugar baking powder and cream of tartar. Pour into a food processor, and add the shortening. Pulse to mix until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
  • Stir in the cheese with a fork. Mix in the milk until fully combined.
  • Turn the dough onto a floured surface, and flatten into a rectangular shape. Cut the dough into squares.
  • Place the dough onto a ungreased baking sheet, and bake for around 15 minutes, or until golden brown.