Cheddar Chive Biscuits

     A delicious and very light biscuit that can be conveniently made with dried buttermilk and chives.

Yield: 24 servings

• 2 ½ cups flour
• 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda  
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon buttermilk powder
• ⅓ cup vegetable shortening  (Crisco)
• ½ cup (2 ounces) extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated
• 2 teaspoons dried or 2 tablespoons fresh chopped chive
• 1¼ cups water
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

1.  In large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and buttermilk powder.

2.  Cut in shortening until coarse crumbs form.  With a fork, stir in the cheese and chive.

3.  Add water and mix until just blended. Drop batter onto ungreased bake sheets.

4.  Brush with butter or use a compound butter

5.  Bake in a 450° oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden.