Ingredients

1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
3 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter or margarine
1/2 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Method

1. In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk and egg just until moistened. Add cheese; mix well.
2. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Roll to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place 1 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
3. Bake at 450 degrees F for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.