Southwestern Biscuits

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 450u00b0.

2. 2

   Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl.

3. 3

   Add and cut in the shortening using a pastry blender or two knives until mixture has the consistency of coarse crumbs.

4. 4

   Add remaining ingredients, adding more milk, if necessary, so dough is pliable but is still wet.

5. 5

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

6. 6

   Do not overwork dough.

7. 7

   Roll dough to even thickness of 3/4 to 1-inch and cut out biscuits with a 2-inch round cutter (size of juice can), dipping cutter between cutting each biscuit so they won't stick.

8. 8

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

9. 9

   Serve immediately or bake up to 2 hours in advance and reheat 5 minutes at 300u00b0.

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