Cheese Biscuits II recipe

6 servings

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

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

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.

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.

Bake for 15 minutes, or until browned.