2 cups all-purpose flour

1 Tablespoon baking powder

3/4 teaspoon salt

1/3 cup vegetable shortening

For Bisquick variation, see notes

2 Tablespoons unsalted butter

3/4 cup buttermilk

3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

Extra melted butter, garlic powder, salt, and parsley for topping.

Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
Pulse flour, baking powder, salt, and vegetable shortening in a food processor until the consistency of cornmeal. (You're essentially making homemade bisquick.)
Pulse in butter until butter is pea-sized. (Do not overpulse.) Dump mixture into medium-sized mixing bowl.
Use a fork to stir in cheddar cheese, garl