A savory beef and cheese biscuit sounds delicious! Here’s a simple recipe to make them:
Ingredients:
- For the biscuit dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk for a richer flavor)
- For the filling:
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Biscuit Dough:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and any optional spices (garlic powder, onion powder).
- Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the milk and gently stir until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
2. Prepare the Beef Filling:
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Season with oregano, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted and well combined.
3. Assemble the Biscuits:
- On a lightly floured surface, turn out the biscuit dough and roll it out into a 1/2-inch thick rectangle.
- Spoon the beef and cheese mixture evenly onto half of the dough. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal.
- Using a biscuit cutter or a glass, cut out rounds of dough. Press the cutter straight down without twisting to ensure fluffy biscuits.
4. Bake:
- Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
5. Serve:
- Serve warm with extra cheese or a dipping sauce if you like. These biscuits are great as a savory breakfast or a snack!
Enjoy your savory beef and cheese biscuits!