Down Home Cheese Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 425°.
2. 2
   In large bowl mix together flour, baking powder and half of cheese.
3. 3
   Add shortening and butter, cut into flour mixture with pastry blender or 2 knives until it resembles coarse meal.
4. 4
   Make a well in center, pour in milk and mix with fork until dough forms a ball.
5. 5
   On lightly floured board knead dough 15 times until smooth.
6. 6
   Roll 1/2-inch thick, cut with cookie cutter or glass.
7. 7
   Bake on cookie sheet for 10 minutes, remove and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
8. 8
   Bake 2 to 3 minutes longer or until cheese melts.