Country Ham and Cheese Biscuits Recipe

Name: Country Ham and Cheese Biscuits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup plus 1 teaspoon vegetable shortening; 4 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, (about 1 pound); 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 4 ounces Smithfield or any other country ham, small diced; 1 cup grated white Cheddar; 2 cups milk; 10 large eggs; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

1 cup plus 1 teaspoon vegetable shortening
4 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, (about 1 pound)
1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
4 ounces Smithfield or any other country ham, small diced
1 cup grated white Cheddar
2 cups milk
10 large eggs
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet with 1 teaspoon of shortening.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups flour, baking powder, pepper, salt, ham and cheese.
3
Mix well.
4
Add the remaining shortening and work it into the dry ingredients, using your hands, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5
Fold in 1 1/2 cups of the milk.
6
The dough with be sticky.
7
Dust your work surface with 1 tablespoon of the flour.
8
Turn the dough onto the floured surface.
9
Gently fold each side towards the center.
10
Pick up the dough and dust the work surface with the remaining tablespoon flour.
11
Return the dough to the floured surface and fold each side towards the center again.
12
Turn the dough over and light press it out to 1 inch thickness.
13
Cut the biscuits using a 2 1/4-inch round cookie cutter.
14
Place them on the baking sheet and bake until golden, about 30 minutes.
15
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and remaining milk together.
16
Whisk well.
17
Season with salt and pepper.
18
In a large non-stick saute pan, over medium heat, melt the butter.
19
Add the eggs, using a rubber spatula, stir the eggs and cook until the eggs are a soft scramble.
20
Remove from the pan.
21
Slice the biscuits in half and place a spoonful of the eggs in the center of each biscuit.

1084

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup plus 1 teaspoon vegetable shortening, 4 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, (about 1 pound), 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder, 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Country Ham and Cheese Biscuits falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Country Ham and Cheese Biscuits

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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