Spicy Cheese Biscuits

Using the standard biscuit method--mix all dry ingredients then cut in butter, then add chilled buttermilk until just combined. Knead lightly and press into large 1-2" patty, wrap and chill before cutting.

3 1/2 c. pastry or all purpose flour
2 Tbsp. Baking powder
1 T. Sugar
1-2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. grated romano, parmesan or cheddar. Or other hard grateable cheese
Cut in:
8 oz. unsalted butter-cold, cut into small pieces to quickly cut into flour
Then add:
1 1/4c. chilled Buttermilk