These are super simple to make and the guys just inhale them at parties.  They freeze well, too, so they’re easy to keep on hand for when you need a quick nibble to serve when unexpected guests show up.

1 ½ C sifted flour
1 t baking powder
½ t baking soda
½ t salt
2 T Crisco
2 T cultured buttermilk powder
½ lb. grated sharp Cheddar cheese
1 lb. hot bulk sausage

• Preheat oven to 425.

• Set aside 1 T flour for kneading the dough.

• Sift together the remaining flour, baking powder, baking soda, buttermilk powder and salt in a mixing bowl. Blend well. Add the shortening and cut in. This is easiest to do by simply working it together with your fingers.

• Add the cheese and uncooked sausage and knead briefly in the bowl until well blended and smooth. Shape the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter, rolling between the palms of your hands. As the balls are shaped, arrange them on a baking sheet. (The biscuits may be frozen and baked later after thawing).

• Place in the oven and bake 15 to 20 minutes.

Makes about 5 dozen

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