Rye and Cheddar Biscuits
Updated February 23, 2016 
Makes8 to 10
Cooking Methodbaking
CostInexpensive
Total Timeunder 30 minutes
Kid FriendlyYes
OccasionCasual Dinner Party, Family Get-together
Recipe Courseside dish
Dietary Considerationpeanut free, tree nut free
Equipmentblender
Mealbrunch, dinner, lunch
Taste and Texturecheesy, savory
Type of Dishbiscuits
Ingredients
- 1 cup rye flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, slightly chilled and cut into bits
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 4 ounces cheddar cheese, grated (about 1 cup packed)
- 3-inch cookie cutter
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 450°.
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In a mixing bowl, combine all of the dry ingredients.
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Using your fingers or an electric mixer, blend the butter into the dry ingredients.
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Add the buttermilk and cheese and mix thoroughly.
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Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and knead for 2 minutes.
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Roll out the dough ¾ – inch thick. Cut the dough with a 3- inch round cutter and place the biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet.
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Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Serve warm
Christopher Idone
