Jalapeño Cheddar Bay & Smoked Gouda Biscuits

• 2 cups of all purpose
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1 cup 1/2 & 1/2 milk or buttermilk
• 2 tbsp finely minced jalapeños
• 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups grated cheddar cheese

The Butter Topping

• 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter
• 1/2 tbsp chopped parsley
• 1 tsp Italian herbs
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder