Cheese Drop Biscuits

Ingredients

• 1½ cups flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon shortening
• 6 tablespoons grated cheese
• 5/8 cup milk

Method

1. 1 Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. 2 Add shortening and cheese; rub in very lightly.
3. 3 Add milk slowly, just enough to hold dough together.
4. 4 Turn out on floured board and roll about ½ inch thick.
5. 5 Cut with small biscuit cutter.
6. 6 Bake in hot oven (425°F) for 12 to 15 minutes.