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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup lard or shortening
- 3/4 cup milk (with 1 tbsp vinegar added)
- 1 small jalapeno seeded, veined and diced
- ¾ cup shredded cheese
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