cranberry biscuits with smoked turkey

7 Pinches
Grapeview, WA
Updated on Oct 7, 2015

From Cooking Light, April 1995. The biscuits are a breeze to make in the food processor; or you can make them by hand.

prep time 25 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Bake
yield 10 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups bread flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 package dry yeast
  • 2/3 cup warm nonfat buttermilk (105-115f)
  • 2 tablespoons warm water (105-115f)
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • - vegetable cooking spray
  • 1 pound cooked turkey breast, thinly sliced
  • - spicy mustard, optional

How To Make cranberry biscuits with smoked turkey

  • Step 1
    Combine first 3 ingredients in food processor, and pulse 2 times or until blended. Add shortening, and process for 10 seconds or until blended.
  • Step 2
    Dissolve sugar and yeast in warm buttermilk and water in a small bowl; let stand 5 minutes. With processor on, slowly add yeast mixture through food chute; process until dough leaves sides of bowl and forms a ball.
  • Step 3
    Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead in cranberries. Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness; cut with a 2-inch biscuit cutter into 20 biscuits.
  • Step 4
    Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Let rise, uncovered, in a warm place (85 degrees), free from drafts, 20 minutes or until puffy.
  • Step 5
    Bake at 425F for 8 minutes or until golden. Split biscuits, and fill each with 3/4 ounce turkey.
  • Step 6
    Serving Ideas : Serve with Spicy Mustard, if desired.

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Ingredient: Turkey
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Category: Sandwiches

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