Italian seasoned pan biscuits

7 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1tablespoonDried oregano
1tablespoonDried marjoram
1tablespoonDried basil
2teaspoonsDried savory
1teaspoonDried rosemary
1teaspoonDried sage
¼cupChopped onion
1teaspoonSeasoning mix
2teaspoonsButter or margarine
cupFlour
2teaspoonsBaking powder
½teaspoonSalt
¼cupShortening
1Beaten egg
cupMilk
2tablespoonsGrated Romano, or
2tablespoonsGrated Parmesan

Directions

SEASONING

BISCUITS

Mix seasoning ingredients and store in an airtight container.

In a small skillet, cook onion and seasoning in 1 tablespoon butter until onion is tender. In mixing bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder and salt.

Cut in the shortening until mixture resemble coarse crumbs. Combine onion mixture, egg and milk; add to flour mixture all at once. Stir until dough clings together. Knead on lightly flour surface 10 to 12 strokes. Roll or pat dough to ½ inch thickness. Cut with a floured biscuit cutter. Place close together in a greased 8x1½ inch round baking pan. Melt remaining butter and brush over dough. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 450~ for 12 to 15 minutes.