Buttermilk Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 375F.
2. 2
   In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
3. 3
   Using a pastry blender or 2 knives, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 4
   Add the buttermilk; stir just until the mixture comes together; the batter will be sticky.
5. 5
   Transfer to a lightly floured work surface; use your floured fingers to pat the dough to 1-inch thickness.
6. 6
   Use a 2 1/2-inch round biscuit cutter or cookie cutter to cut out the biscuits, as close together as possible to minimize scraps.
7. 7
   Transfer to a baking sheet; bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until lightly browned.
8. 8
   Remove from the oven; cool on a wire rack.
9. 9
   Serve warm.
10. 10
    Add 3 cups (9 ounces) grated Cheddar cheese to the butter and flour mixture after the butter has been cut in.
11. 11
    Proceed with the remainder of the recipe.