Batty Buttermilk Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 450F.
2. 2
   Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and garlic salt in bowl; cut in butter with fork or pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. 3
   Add cheese; toss to coat with flour mixture.
4. 4
   Stir in buttermilk just until moistened.
5. 5
   Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface; knead 10 times or until smooth.
6. 6
   Roll out dough to 1/2-inch thickness.
7. 7
   Cut with 3- to 4-inch bat-shaped cookie cutters.
8. 8
   Place 1 inch apart onto large ungreased baking sheet.
9. 9
   Press olives or red pepper pieces into dough for eyes.
10. 10
    Bake 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned.
11. 11
    Serve warm with butter.
12. 12
    *Substitute 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice plus enough milk to equal 3/4 cup.
13. 13
    Let stand 5 minutes.
14. 14
    Variation: Red Pepper Biscuits: Add 1/4 cup finely chopped roasted red pepper, patted dry, to dough with the cheese.