2 cups plain flour
1 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
⅓ cup cooking oil

Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl. Make a well in centre. Add sour cream and oil. Stir until just moistened. Turn out onto lightly floured surface. Knead 6 times. Roll or pat out to ¾ inch thickness. Cut into 2 inch circles with biscuit cutter. Arrange on greased baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake in oven (450 F) for about 15 minutes until risen and golden. Makes 16 biscuits. Good with soup.