Buttermilk Biscuits

Directions

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   1. In a food processor, combine all the dry ingredients and pulse a few times to mix.
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   2. Cut the butter into small pieces and add it to the food processor. Pulse several times to cut it in until coarse crumbs appear.
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   3. Turn the mixture out into a large bowl. Add the shredded cheese at this point if you want it.
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   4. Add buttermilk and gently mix until combined.
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   5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it to bring it together.
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   6. Roll out the dough to a 1 inch thickness and fold it a couple of times. Repeat this rolling and folding process 2 or 3 more times.
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   7. Roll out the dough into a 2 inch thickness. Cut with a round cutter or just with a knife.
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   8. Place the pieces on an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 400 deg F for 15 minutes.