Makeover Cheddar Biscuits

Who doesn't love Red Lobster's Cheddar Bay Biscuits?  The good news is the Red Lobster biscuits don't have as many calories as I would have thought but the recipe I found in Healthy Cooking only has  106 calories per biscuit.  These could almost become a staple side dish!

1 C all purpose flour
1 C. cake flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. garlic powder, divided
1/4 tsp. baking soda
4 tbsp. cold butter, divided
1/3 C. finely shredded cheddar cheese
1 C. buttermilk
1/2 tsp. parsley flakes

In a large bowl, combine the flours, baking powder, salt, 1/4 tsp. garlic powder, and baking soda. Cut in 3 tbsp. butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs; add cheese.  Stir in buttermilk just until moistened.

Drop by 2 tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto baking sheets coasted with cooking spray.  Bake at 425 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.  Melt remaining butter; stir in parsley and remaining garlic powder.  Brush over biscuits.  Serve warm.

1 biscuit equals 106 calories, 4g fat, 11mg cholesterol, 233mg sodium, 14g carbohydrates, trace fiber, 3g protein.