Savory Cheese & Herb Biscuits Recipe
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 30 biscuits
Yield: 30 biscuits
Description:
These savory cheese and herb biscuits are a delightful addition to any meal. With a double thickness that rises to about 1 inch high, these biscuits are perfect for splitting in the middle, rubbing with butter, and serving alongside soups or as an accompaniment to your main course. Developed over 25 years ago, this recipe combines the richness of Parmesan and sharp cheddar cheese with the subtle flavors of herbs for an absolutely great biscuit.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cake-and-pastry flour
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/3 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- Olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Grease baking sheet: Lightly grease an oven baking sheet with olive oil.
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Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine both flours, baking powder, salt, baking soda, and black pepper. Stir with a fork until well mixed.
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Incorporate butter: Cut in the butter using a pastry blender or a fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Add cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
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Combine wet ingredients: Gently fold in the buttermilk until well blended.
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Knead dough: Gather the dough into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, gently knead the dough 8 to 10 times. The dough will be slightly sticky.
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Roll out dough: Roll out the dough into a circle about 1/2 inch thick.
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Cut out biscuits: Using a 1 1/2 inch cookie cutter, punch out the dough. Place the cut-out biscuits on the greased cookie sheet about 1/2 inch apart.
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Re-roll scraps: Gather up the scraps of dough, re-roll them, and cut out the remaining biscuits. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
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Serve: Serve the biscuits hot with butter.
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Optional: If you prefer bite-size biscuits, you can use a 1 1/4 inch cutter or make your own using the top of a spray can. Simply cut part of the top off for easier cleaning. When cutting, dip the cutter into flour each time to prevent sticking.
Enjoy these delicious savory cheese and herb biscuits as a delightful addition to any meal, perfect for any occasion! 🧀🌿
