2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tbsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
1/3 c. bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
3/4 c. milk

Heat oven to 425°F. Cut shortening into flour, baking powder and salt until crumbly. Stir in cheese and bacon. Add milk to make a ball of dough. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead gently 10 times. Pat dough into a round about 1/2-inch thick. Cut biscuits and place on a greased cookie sheet about 1/2-inch apart.

Bake 11 to 13 minutes or until golden brown.

Makes 12.