BACON CHEESE BISCUITS

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In Douglas, Georgia, Kimberly Harrell can stir up a golden batch of these simple savory biscuits in no time. With bacon and cheese throughout, they make a nice accompaniment to soup or chili.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 9 biscuits.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups self-rising flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup buttermilk
3/4 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and baking soda. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk just until combined. Fold in the bacon and cheese., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 4-5 times. Roll out to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place 1 in. apart on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 693mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.