BACON BISCUIT BITES

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The bacon grease added to the dough makes these biscuits sooooo flavorful! They're really light too (which means I can sneak one or two extra). These would be great for breakfast, brunch or maybe even an appetizer at a party. So good!

Provided by David Reeves

Categories     Other Breakfast

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 - 8 strips of favorite brand of bacon
2 Tbsp bacon grease
2 c all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1 tsp kosher salt
3 Tbsp lard - chilled
3 Tbsp unsalted butter - chilled
1 1/4 c shredded cheddar & monterey jack cheese
1 c buttermilk

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • 2. Fry bacon and reserve 2 tablespoons of grease.
  • 3. Combine the next four ingredients.
  • 4. Cut in the cold lard and butter with a pastry blender.
  • 5. Mix the cheese into the dry ingredients.
  • 6. Pour in the buttermilk and bacon grease.
  • 7. Stir just until the dough comes together; roll out to 1" thickness and cut out the biscuits with a 2" biscuit cutter.
  • 8. Bake for 10 - 12 minutes until golden brown.
  • 9. Split hot biscuits; lightly butter; place 1/2 slice of crispy bacon between halves; top bacon with favorite jam or preserves; combine halves and enjoy!

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