Red Lobster Cheese Biscuits

I got this recipe from my friend Denise, who is Trent's DREAM WIFE - in the kitchen. She really is an amazing cook!!!

2 c flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
2 tsp. sugar
1/2 c shortening
2/3 c milk
1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 c butter
1/4 tsp. garlic powder

Mix first 5 ingredients together then cut in shortening (I had no idea what 'cut in' meant... thank goodness for the internet). Add milk and cheese until a soft dough forms. Drop by spoonfuls onto an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 8-10 mins at 375 until golden brown. Melt butter and add garlic powder; brush over warm biscuits before removing from cookie sheet.