PARMESAN BASIL BISCUITS

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup buttermilk
3 tablespoons olive oil

In a large bowl, combine the flour, cheese, basil, baking powder, baking soda, salt and pepper. Stir in buttermilk and oil just until moistened.
Turn onto a lightly floured surface; gently knead three times.
Roll dough to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter.
Place 1 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
Bake at 400° for 16-18 minutes or until lightly browned.
Serve warm.

1 dozen.