delicious Bacon and Cheddar Biscuits:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (optional)
• Additional melted butter for brushing (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped bacon until evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture.
5. Add the buttermilk to the bowl and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.
6. If using, gently fold in the chopped fresh chives.
7. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick.
8. Using a biscuit cutter or a glass, cut out biscuits from the dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9. Gather any remaining dough scraps, pat them together, and cut out additional biscuits until all the dough is used.
10. Brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter, if desired, for extra flavor and golden color.
11. Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
12. Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving.
13. Enjoy your warm and savory Bacon and Cheddar Biscuits as a delicious side dish or breakfast treat!

These biscuits are packed with flavor from the crispy bacon and sharp cheddar cheese, making them the perfect addition to any meal.