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Cheddar Thyme Biscuits
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Prep time: 15mins
Cook time: 15mins
Serves or Makes: 12
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ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 sticks cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated extra sharp cheese
- 1 cup buttermilk
- egg wash
Method
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400° F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
Step 3
Using 2 forks, pastry cutter or your finger tips cut the cold butter into the flour mixture. Using my hands is my preferred method. It really lets you get a feel for the dough. Gently press the butter into the flour mixture with the tips of your fingers until you have pea-sized lumps.
Step 4
Stir in the cheddar cheese and thyme leaves. Slowly add the buttermilk and gently stir the mixture together. The dough will be very shaggy at this point. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and push and press the dough together. Continue doing this until no dry pieces remain. As you press the dough together form it into a rectangular shape with a 1 1/2 inch thickness. It's important not to overwork the dough.
Step 5
Using a sharp knife or biscuit cutter, cut out approximately 12 biscuits. Place the biscuits on the baking sheets and brush the tops with the egg wash.
Step 6
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.