Rosemary Parmesan Biscuits

When I plan my Thanksgiving menu, new recipes are not usually part of the mix. I want it to taste just like it did last year and the year before, just like Mom made. However, if you're looking to add a bit of excitement to your traditional holiday feast, why not try a new biscuit? These are easy to make and are so delicious. You'll find yourself making them a new Thanksgiving Day tradition and even baking them all year long.

Rosemary Parmesan Biscuits
Makes about 10-12 biscuits

2 Cups flour
1  Cup grated parmesan cheese (you can even use the kind that comes pre-grated in the bag)
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. fresh rosemary, minced (or 2 tsp. dried rosemary)
Pinch cayenne pepper (this is the secret ingredient)
1/2 Cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, chilled
1/2 milk

Combine the flour, cheese, baking powder, salt, rosemary, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl.
Cut the butter into the mixture, and mix by hand into a cumbly dough.
Slowly add milk until the ingredients are moist enough to form a ball.
Roll and pat the dough into biscuit sized balls.
Place balls on a lightly greased baking sheet.


Bake at 425 degrees F for 15-20 minutes.