How to Make Cheesy Garlic Drop Biscuits

Learn how to make fluffy, tender biscuits that are quick and easy - perfect for a weeknight dinner. They are simple enough for a beginner cook to make, and taste terrific!

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon freeze dried chives
• 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) COLD butter
• 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, parmesan, jalapeno jack, etc)

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.

2. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, cream of tartar and chives. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture, and add garlic and buttermilk. Stir until just moistened.

4. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray foil with cooking spray. Drop spoonfuls of dough about the size of an egg on to baking sheet. (You should have 12.) Don't worry if they are oddly shaped and craggy - that's what they are supposed to look like!

5. Bake for 10-14 minutes until golden. Let cool on baking sheet for 4 minutes, and serve warm with butter. Enjoy!

Tips & Warnings

• If using jalapeno or another flavored cheese, omit chives.
• It's important for the butter to be cold. Use it straight out of the fridge, and work quickly.
• Be sure not to overwork the dough! Stir and handle as little as possible for the tenderest biscuits.
• Be creative! Add your own herb and cheese combinations.