Cheddar and Herb Biscuits

I have always been a very picky eater. Growing up my family would go to Red Lobster for dinner. When I was a kid I always thought I didn’t like fish, so whenever we went to Red Lobster I would find the chicken items on the menu and look forward to their cheese biscuits. I don’t know if I have ever met someone that didn’t like their biscuits. They are soft and tender yet garlicky and buttery. How could you go wrong with that combo? Well these biscuits have a similar flavor (the flavor that I love) but I feel like they are more healthy. I found this recipe over at Mel’s Kitchen Cafe. If you haven’t ever checked out her site you are missing out! She has a great site with so many fantastic recipes. In fact when I (or my blog) grow up I want to be like her. Anyways these biscuits are so yummy and easy to make (my favorite combination). They are a great compliment to any dish or just by themselves.

Cheddar and Herb Biscuits

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons shortening
3 tablespoons butter, cold
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/4 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, garlic powder and salt. Cut in shortening and butter until coarse crumbs are formed. Lightly mix in grated cheese. Mix in buttermilk just until moist (dry spots here and there are ok – the biscuits will be tough if they are over mixed). Drop the biscuits onto a greased or lined baking sheet. Bake for 12-14 minutes, until browned and golden. While the biscuits are baking, in a small bowl combine three tablespoons melted butter, 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes, 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder and a pinch of salt. Right when the biscuits come out of the oven, brush the butter/herb mixture over the biscuits evenly (alternately, you can dip the top of the biscuit into the butter mixture). Serve immediately.