Peppery White Cheddar Biscuits

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons baking powder
• 12 cup shortening
• 14 cup butter
• 1 12 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese (6 ounces)
• 2 -3 teaspoons fresh coarse ground black pepper
• 1 12 cups milk
• 1 egg, beaten

1. Lightly grease a large baking sheet; set aside.
2. Combine flour, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
3. Cut in shortening and butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add cheese and pepper; mix well.
5. Make a well in center of the dry mixture.
6. Add milk all at once; stir until just moistened.
7. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
8. Quickly knead dough 10 to 12 strokes until almost smooth.
9. Divide dough in half.
10. Roll or pat each half into a 6-inch square, about 1 inch thick.
11. Using a sharp knife, cut dough into 2-inch squares.
12. Combine egg and 1 teaspoon water; brush tops of biscuits.
13. Place on prepared baking sheet.
14. Bake in a 400 degree F oven 13 to 15 minutes or until golden on top.
15. Transfer to a wire rack.
16. Serve warm.
17. Makes 18 biscuits.
18. For Make Ahead: Prepare and bake biscuits as directed; cool completely.
19. Place biscuits in a freezer container or bag and freeze up to 3 months.
20. To serve, wrap frozen biscuits in foil and bake in a 300 degree F oven about 20 to 25 minutes or until warm.

allpurpose, baking powder, shortening, butter, cheddar cheese, fresh coarse ground black pepper, milk, egg

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/peppery-white-cheddar-biscuits-132401 (may not work)