Buttermilk Biscuit

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Buttermilk Biscuit
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  • Total Time 15 min Ico-add
  • Yield 18 Servings
  • Level Medium

There's nothing quite like the smell of biscuits in the oven. This basic buttermilk recipe has been a family staple for countless generations of folks throughout the world.
 

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2/3 cup shortening
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 4 tablespoons butter (optional)
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Directions

  1. 1. Preheat oven to 450 degree F.
  2. 2. Sift flour, salt, soda, and baking powder into mixing bowl. Cut in shortening using a pastry cutter, 2 knives, or your hands dusted with flour.
  3. 3. Add sufficient buttermilk to make a soft dough. Knead lightly and turn out onto a lightly floured board. Roll out to 1/2" thickness and cut into rounds with a floured biscuit cutter.
  4. 4. Place the biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet. For crispier biscuits place the rounds so they do not touch each other; for softer biscuits place them close together.
  5. 5. Brush the tops with melted butter, if desired, and bake in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until firm and lightly browned.
 
 
  • Did you know?

    Traditional American cobbler originated as a fruit mixture with biscuit dough (left over from breakfast) laid over the top of it.