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Cheese Biscuits II

SUBMITTED BY: Nell Marsh

"A tasty biscuit with a flavor kick courtesy of bell pepper and pimentos."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 10 stars. This recipe average a 4.6 star rating.
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  15 Min
READY IN  25 Min
Original recipe yield 6 biscuits

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 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

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.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 9, 2003 by HChudalski
These biscuits are not only simple, but are light and not too dry...exceptional! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 11, 2003 by Kim
Great for brunch or dinner! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 9, 2003 by BABSKITCHEN
These were WONDERFUL and so easy to make. I did not add the salt because there is plenty in... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 17, 2005 by THEINSANECHEF
Good standard cheese biscuits. Fast and yeast free. Thanks for the recipe! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 14, 2007 by wefesting
Of course I had to leave out the green peppers and pimentos,kids won't eat the biscuits with... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2007 by Chelsey E
I've made this recipe about 3 times in the past month, and it's great! Goes wonderfully with... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2007 by ILove2Ck
These biscuits have a really light airy texture. They were pretty good, but I didn't like the... MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Cheese Biscuits II

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 377

  • Total Fat: 22.2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
  • Sodium: 452mg
  • Total Carbs: 35.8g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 1.3g
  • Protein: 8.4g

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