Petit Cheddar Biscuits

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Butter a baking sheet.

2. 2

   In the bowl of a mixer or food processor, combine the flour, wheat germ, baking powder, and salt and process briefly to combine.

3. 3

   Add the butter and cheese and process until the mixture resembles coarse meal.

4. 4

   Pour in the buttermilk, then process until the dough comes together, about 15 seconds.

5. 5

   Turn the dough out onto a floured board and allow it to rest for 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Knead 3 times only, then pat into a circle 3/4-inch thick.

7. 7

   Cut into petite biscuits, using a 1-inch biscuit cutter.

8. 8

   Place the dough circles on the baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes in the upper third of the oven, until puffed and golden.

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