southern buttermilk biscuits
My grandmother taught me how to make these Southern buttermilk biscuits way before I was even a teenager. This is the only recipe I have ever used, and they are always a hit.
Blue Ribbon Recipe
These Southern buttermilk biscuits are old-fashioned and easy to make. They are fluffy and soft inside. Outside they're golden brown with crunchy edges. Using lard adds a savory flavor to them. By rolling them in your hands and placing them in the skillet, you save on preparation time. Enjoy with a smear of butter and jam or on their own alongside bacon and eggs. They'll be delicious for an egg and cheese sandwich too.
prep time
10 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
Bake
yield
5 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3 cups self-rising flour
- 1/2 cup lard
- pinch sugar
- 3/4 cup buttermilk, possibly more
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
How To Make southern buttermilk biscuits
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Step 1Cut lard into flour using a pastry blender or two forks, and add a pinch of sugar. Add enough buttermilk to make a soft dough and knead until smooth (do not over-knead as this will lend a tough biscuit). -
Step 2With floured hands pinch off a bit of the dough and roll it into a ball. Lightly flatten it in a greased iron skillet or pan.
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Step 3Bake in a preheated 425 F degree oven for 15-18 minutes.
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Step 4Brush with melted butter when removed from the oven.
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