Bacon Cheddar Chive Biscuits

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon, diced
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 ounces shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, frozen
• 1 3/4 cups buttermilk

Directions

• 1.

  Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

• 2.

  Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat; transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.

• 3.

  In a large bowl, combine bacon, flour, cheese, chives, baking powder, salt and baking soda.

• 4.

  Grate butter using the large holes of a box grater. Stir into the flour mixture.

• 5.

  Add buttermilk and stir using a rubber spatula until a soft dough forms.

• 6.

  Working on a lightly floured surface, knead the dough 3-4 times until it comes together. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough into a 1 1/4-inch thick rectangle. Cut out 10-12 rounds using a 2 1/2-inch biscuit or cookie cutter. Place biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet; place in the freezer for 15 minutes.

• 7.

  Remove biscuits from freezer. Place into oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.

• 8.

  Serve warm.