Southwestern Biscuits- *P Cooking Class

Directions

1. 1

   2 c All-purpose flour 1 tb Baking powder 1/2 ts Salt 1/3 c Vegetable shortening 4 oz Diced canned green chilies ( 1/2 c Grated cheddar chees

2. 2

   Combine flour, baking powder, salt and pepper in a large mixing bowl

3. 3

   Cut in the vegetable shortening using a pastry blender or two knives until the mixture has the consistency of coarse crumbs

4. 4

   Add the chilies, cheese and milk, adding more milk if necessary so the dough is pliable but is still wet

5. 5

   Turn the dough onto a heavily floured surface, and knead it lightly (8 to 10 times)

6. 6

   Do not overwork the dough

7. 7

   Roll the dough to an even thickness of 3/4-to-1 inch, and cut out biscuits with a 2-inch round cutter (the diameter of a juice can), dipping

8. 8

   Place the biscuits on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake in the center of the oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown