Cheese Biscuits

Cheese Biscuits

from the Better Homes and Gardens Cook Book

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

2 teaspoons sugar

1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup shortening, margarine, or butter

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2/3 cup milk

In a bowl stir together flour, baking powder, sugar, cream of tartar, and salt. Cut in shortening, margarine or butter till mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add cheese. Make a well in the center; add milk all at once. Stir just till dough clings together.

On a lightly floured surface, knead dough gently for 10 to 12 strokes. Roll or pat dough to 1/2-inch thickness. But with a 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter, dipping cutter into flour between cuts.
Transfer biscuits to a baking sheet. Bake in a 450 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes or till golden brown. Serve warm. Makes 10.

I never use the cream of tarter and it still works really well!