HONEY BISCUITS

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These lightly sweet biscuits are a great complement to all sorts of stews, soups, and chilies. Monterey Jack cheese adds an extra layer of flavor in these flaky bites.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield about 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon cold butter, divided
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in 1/2 cup butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk and cheese until mixture forms a ball. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 5-6 times. Roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-in. biscuit cutter. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. , In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine honey and remaining butter. Microwave on high until melted. Brush over biscuits. Bake at 450° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 714mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.