Buttermilk Biscuits

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   Position the oven racks so that they are evenly spaced.

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   Preheat the oven to convection bake at 400F.

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   In a medium bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.

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   Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

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   Stir the egg and 1/2 cup buttermilk together in a small bowl until blended.

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   Pour the liquids over the dry ingredients, and stir with a fork just until the dry ingredients are moistened, adding a few more tablespoons of buttermilk if the mixture seems dry.

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   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.

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   With floured hands, pat the dough out to a 1 1/2-inch thickness.

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   Cut out rounds with a 2 1/2-inch cutter and place them on an ungreased baking sheet.

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    Brush the tops of the biscuits with a bit of buttermilk.

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    Dust with flour.

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    Bake in the center of the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until the biscuits are golden brown.

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    Serve immediately.

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    Add 2 cups shredded Cheddar to the dry ingredients after cutting in the butter and before adding the liquid ingredients.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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