Description
Savory biscuits infused with cheddar cheese and ground beef, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup shredded aged cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked ground beef, cooled
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- Optional: Fresh herbs like chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Work the cold butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the shredded cheese and cooked ground beef until evenly distributed.
- Add buttermilk gradually, mixing gently until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, knead gently a few times, and roll or pat it to about 1-inch thickness.
- Cut out biscuits using a round cutter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant.
- Allow the biscuits to cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving.
Notes
Using cold butter is critical for creating tender layers. Fresh herbs can complement flavors well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: biscuits, cheddar, beef, savory, baking