Ingredients

• 1/2  teaspoon dried basil, crushed
• 1-1/2  cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2  cup cornmeal
• 2  teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2  cup butter
• 2  tablespoons snipped fresh parsley
• 2/3  cup milk

Directions

1. In a large bowl, stir together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and basil. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in parsley. Make a well in center. Add milk all at once. Stir until dough just clings together.

2. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough gently for 10 to 12 strokes.

3. Roll or pat dough to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut with a 2-1/2-inch biscuit cutter, dipping cutter into flour between cuts. Place biscuits on a baking sheet.

4. Bake in a 450 degree F oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden. Serve warm. Makes 10 biscuits.