Ranch Biscuits

From Mr Breakfast.com

• Ready In: 22 mins
• Serves: 8
• Yields: 16 biscuits

Ingredients

• 2  cups all-purpose flour
• 2  teaspoons baking powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 3⁄4 cup  shredded cheddar cheese
• 1⁄2 cup shortening
• 1  cup buttermilk

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
2. Cut in cheese and shortening until crumbly.
3. Add buttermilk.
4. Turn onto a lightly floured surface, knead 8-10 times, roll out to 1/2 inch thickness; cut with a 2 1/2 biscuit cutter.
5. Place on an ungreased baking sheet.
6. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Yield 16 biscuits.