Smokey Cheese Garlic Biscuits

This is a another variation on my classic Cheese Garlic Biscuits.  I replaced the sharp cheddar cheese with a mixture of smoked cheeses.  This minor change made for a much richer flavor. 

2 cups all purpose flour

2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/3 cup unsalted butter

1 cup Trader Joe's Shredded Smoked Cheese Blend

1 cup milk

1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. 
2. In a large bowl combine the flour, baking powder, salt and garlic powder with a whisk.  Using a pastry cutter or a fork, cut the butter into the flour mixture until the mixture is the consistency of small pebbles. Add the cheese and stir until well combined. 
3. Make a well in the middle and add the milk.  Gently combine until a dough is formed.  Using a large spoon drop the biscuits onto a cookie sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes.