Chive Biscuits

These moist, tender drop biscuits are quick to make and go great with many main dishes such as soups, stews and roasts. From The Best of Country Cooking.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Yields: 12 biscuits

Ingredients

• 2  cups all-purpose flour
• 3  teaspoons baking powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄3 cup butter flavor shortening
• 1  cup buttermilk
• 2  tablespoons  minced chives

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
2. Combine flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda in a small bowl.
3. Cut in shortening with pastry blender until coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in buttermilk and chives and stir until just moistened.
5. Drop by tablespoons 2 inches apart onto a greased baking sheet.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly browned.
7. Serve warm and enjoy!