CHEDDAR BISCUITS WITH CHIVE BUTTER

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Chives are the first herb to come up in the spring, and their delicate flavor pairs well with these biscuits. A little bit of Parmesan cheese makes the flavor of Cheddar cheese really pop; try it next time you make mac and cheese!

Provided by RuthE

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Biscuits

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold butter
1 ¼ cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Beat softened butter, chives, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl until well-combined and smooth.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Stir flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Cut cold butter into flour mixture with a pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles oatmeal. Add Cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese; toss to coat. Stir buttermilk into flour mixture until dough is just-moistened.
  • Turn dough out onto a floured work surface and gently knead until dough comes together, about 6 to 8 times. Roll dough into a 9-inch square (1/2 inch thick) with a floured rolling pin. Cut dough lengthwise into 4 strips and crosswise into 6 strips. Place biscuits on a baking sheet and brush tops with beaten egg.
  • Bake biscuits in the preheated oven until golden, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a rack and cool until warm, at least 15 minutes. Serve with chive butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 55.7 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 378.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

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