Southwestern Biscuits

1. 1

   Heat oven to 450F (230C).

2. 2

   Combine flour, baking powder, salt and pepper in a large mixing bowl.

3. 3

   Cut in the vegetable shortening using a pastry blender or two knives until the mixture has the consistency of coarse crumbs.

4. 4

   Add the chilies, cheese and milk, adding more milk if necessary so the dough is pliable but is still wet.

5. 5

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

6. 6

   Do not overwork the dough.

7. 7

   Roll the dough to an even thickness of 3/4 to 1 inch, and cut out biscuits with a 2-inch round cutter (the diameter of a juice can), dipping the cutter in flour between cutting each biscuit so they do not stick.

8. 8

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

9. 9

   Serve immediately, or bake up to 2 hours in advance and reheat for 5 minutes in a 300F (150C) oven.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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