Drop Cheese Biscuits

[Cookie]

Light and flaky texture. So easy and quick to make.

2 cups all-purpose flour
4 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 cup butter or hard margarine
1 cup water
1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
Makes 16 biscuits
Measure flour, baking powder and salt into medium bowl.
Cut in butter until crumbly.
Add water and cheese.
Stir to moisten.
Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls about 2" apart onto greased baking sheet.
Bake in 425F oven for about 15 minutes.

 

[Trishaw]

My family loves these biscuits, but sometimes when I make them, they do not rise, and therefore are dense, and tough. What could be the problem, please!!

 

[Chef]

Here is a link to some tips for making biscuits. Read them over and see if you can solve your problem.