Augusta Grill Black Pepper and Cheddar Cheese Biscuits

Augusta Grill Black Pepper and Cheddar Cheese Biscuits

Source: Recipe by John Malik, Executive Chef - Augusta Grill, Greenville, South Carolina

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
4 tablespoons fresh unsalted butter
1/2 cup fine Cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup buttermilk
Freshly ground black pepper

Sift together the first 5 ingredients.
Cut butter into dry ingredients, then add the Cheddar cheese, black pepper and buttermilk.
Mix together and then roll out. Cut into biscuits and bake in a 325 degree F oven for 12 to 15 minutes.
Serve 2 per person with a thin slice of Smithfield Ham and the honey-sweetened mustard of your choice.