CHEESY ONION BISCUITS

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Fresh from our Test Kitchen, these scone-shaped biscuits have a savory onion-and-cheddar flavor and a golden shell. Serve them with a pat of butter alongside your favorite soup.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 4 biscuits.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon shortening
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup buttermilk

Steps:

Place onion in a small microwave-safe bowl; cover and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes or until tender. In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in cheese and onion. Stir in buttermilk just until moistened. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. Pat or roll out into a 4-in. circle; cut into four wedges. Place 2 in. apart on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 450° for 8-12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 190mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.