Cheese Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Mix flour, baking powder, and sugar together using a fork; cut in shortening until it resembles cornmeal.
3. 3
   Add cheese.
4. 4
   Stir in buttermilk all at one time just until blended.
5. 5
   Do not overstir.
6. 6
   Drop by tablespoonfuls (I use an ice cream scoop to give biscuits a nicer shape) onto a well-greased baking sheet.
7. 7
   Bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Combine butter and garlic over medium heat until butter absorbs garlic; brush over tops of warm biscuits.
9. 9
   Store leftover butter for next baking.
10. 10
    For breakfast, brush with plain butter or honey butter.