Cheddar Cheese Biscuits

By Hklbrries

Rich and flaky, these biscuits need only a small dollop of savory jam (like red pepper or fig) to elevate them to perfection. Serve with breakfast or dinner -- they'll go fast either way.

Nutritional Information:
Per biscuit
150 calories
11 g fat
35 mg cholesterol
3 g protein
11 g carbohydrates
0 g fiber
230 mg sodium

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup cold butter
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 1/4 cups heavy cream

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450°F.

Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the cheese and toss. Stir in heavy cream just until moistened.

Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 6 to 8 times. Roll to 1/2 -inch thickness; cut with a floured 2-inch biscuit cutter. Place 1 inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown.

Serve warm.