Ham And Sharp Cheddar Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 500°F
2. 2
   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine onion and butter in a skillet over medium-low heat and cook until tender but not browned, about 5 minutes; cool.
3. 3
   In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; add butter and mix with your fingers until mealy in texture. Add the onions, buttermilk, ham and cheese, stirring in with a spatula until just incorporated, but it still should be a bit loose.
4. 4
   Scoop out the batter with a large spoon to form 12 biscuits and lightly shape them with floured hands.
5. 5
   Arrange close together on the baking sheet for soft biscuits, or spread them apart for crisper biscuits.
6. 6
   Brush with hot melted butter.
7. 7
   Bake 5 minutes then reduce temperature to 450F and bake a further 15 minutes or until deep golden brown.
8. 8
   Cool in pan for several minutes then invert onto kitchen towel.
9. 9
   Turn right side up and serve hot.