JALAPENO CHEDDAR BISCUITS

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These tender biscuits with a cheesy richness have a nice level of heat that will appeal to all ages. -Florence McNulty, Montebello, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 15 biscuits.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon paprika
5 tablespoons cold butter
3/4 cup 2% milk
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons diced pickled jalapeno slices

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, thyme and paprika. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the milk, cheese and jalapeno. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. Pat or roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place 2 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet. , Bake at 450° for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.