Ingredients
- 3 bacon slices (cooked slightly crisp and crumbled)
- 1/8 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 cup shortening
- 3 ounces milk
How to Make
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Step 1: Preheat oven top 400 degrees.
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Step 2: Double sift together all dry ingredients(double sifting is most important)
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Step 3: Cut shortening into dry ingredients,until it looks like crumbly cornbread or small peas.
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Step 4: Add milk just until a dough ball is formed(you might have to add a bit more flour or milk to get the right texture.
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Step 5: Then mix in bacon and cheese,being careful not to over work dough.
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Step 6: On a floured counter or board,knead for about 1 to 2 minutes.
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Step 7: Pat dough to a 1/3 inch thickness and cut 4 biscuits with a floured biscuit cutter.
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Step 8: Place on a lightly greased cookie sheet(I used greased parchment paper for easier clean up.)and bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
We hope you enjoy this recipe!
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