Cheddar Drop Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
2. 2
   In a midium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cayenne, and salt.
3. 3
   Whisk gently to blend.
4. 4
   With a pastry blender or two knives, cut in the butter and Cheddar cheese until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
5. 5
   (Or pulse in a food processor.)
6. 6
   Add the buttermilk and stir until just blended; do not overmix.
7. 7
   Drop by heaping tablespoons about 2 inches apart onto a lightly greased cookie sheet.
8. 8
   Bake about 12 minutes, until the biscuits are golden brown.