Cheese Biscuits II

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

Submitted by Nell Marsh
Updated on July 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 biscuits
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 teaspoons white sugar

  • 4 teaspoons baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon cream of tartar

  • ½ cup shortening

  • ⅔ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

  • ¼ cup chopped green bell pepper

  • 2 tablespoons chopped pimento peppers

  • ⅔ cup milk

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 Facts (per serving)

376 Calories
22g Fat
36g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 376
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g 28%
Saturated Fat 7g 37%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 524mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate 36g 13%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 8g 17%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 262mg 20%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 157mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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