Cheese Biscuits II

A tasty biscuit with a flavor kick courtesy of bell pepper and pimentos.

Original recipe makes 6 biscuits

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons white sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup shortening
2/3 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped pimento peppers
2/3 cup milk

  • PREP

    10 mins

  • COOK

    15 mins

  • READY IN

    25 mins

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cream of tartar. Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender. Add the grated cheese, green bell pepper, and pimento; mix with a fork. Stir in milk and mix well.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead 5 times. Roll out to a rectangular shape and cut into squares using a knife or pizza cutter. Place onto an ungreased baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 15 minutes, or until browned.

Nutrition

Calories: 376 kcal
Carbohydrates: 35.9 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg
Fat: 22.2 g
Fiber: 1.3 g
Protein: 8.4 g
Sodium: 524 mg

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