**Southern Old-Fashioned Biscuits: A Culinary Journey Back in Time**
In the realm of classic Southern cuisine, few dishes evoke nostalgia and comfort quite like old-fashioned biscuits. These delectable pillows of flaky, buttery goodness have been a staple in kitchens across the region for generations, passed down from grandmother to granddaughter, each family cherishing their own unique recipe. From the classic buttermilk biscuit, with its slightly tangy flavor and tender crumb, to the rich and decadent sweet potato biscuit, infused with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes, our collection of old-fashioned biscuit recipes offers a delightful journey through the culinary heritage of the American South. Whether you prefer the simplicity of a plain biscuit, perfect for slathering with butter and honey, or the indulgent pleasure of a bacon cheddar biscuit, bursting with savory flavors, we have a recipe to suit every palate. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you back in time to the heart of Southern hospitality.
OLD-FASHIONED BISCUITS
Fresh-from-the-oven biscuits can be yours in no time. Serve them with the omelet here or a steaming mug of coffee or tea. Either way, you'll love every bite! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 4 biscuits.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the flours, baking powder, sugar, salt and baking soda. Cut in cream cheese and butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 1/4 cup buttermilk just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 5-6 times., Pat or roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-in. biscuit cutter., Place 2 in. apart on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Brush with remaining buttermilk. Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 355mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
FLAKY OLD FASHIONED BISCUITS
Nothing beats warm flaky old fashioned biscuits straight from the oven. This fool-proof homemade biscuit recipe is easy to make and requires just 6 ingredients.
Provided by Rachel Farnsworth
Categories Side
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Grate your butter using a cheese grater and stir into the flour mixture OR cut butter into small pieces and use a pastry cutter to cut the fat into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse meal or sand.
- Gradually pour in the buttermilk or milk, stirring until the dough just comes together.
- Turn the dough out onto a clean countertop and form it into a ball.
- Press the dough flat until it is 1-inch thick. Use a circle biscuit cutter or a drinking glass to cut out your biscuits. Combine leftover scraps and continue re-pressing and cutting until all dough is used.
- Place cut biscuits on an un-greased baking sheet and bake at 425 degrees for about 12-15 minutes, until the tops are nicely browned. Brush the tops with melted butter, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 large biscuit, Calories 310 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Sodium 556 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g
OLD-FASHIONED BUTTERMILK BISCUITS
My family gobbles up these biscuits, which are low in fat, cholesterol and sugar. I almost always make these now instead of my old shortening-based recipe. -Wendy Masters, Grand Valley, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 8 biscuits.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar and salt. Combine the buttermilk, oil and sour cream; stir into flour mixture just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. , Pat or roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place 2 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 8-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges
GRANDMA'S BISCUITS
Homemade biscuits add a warm and comforting touch to any meal. My grandmother makes these tender biscuits to go with her seafood chowder. -Melissa Obernesser, Utica, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 25m
Yield 10 biscuits.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add milk; stir just until moistened., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 8-10 times. Pat dough into a 10x4-in. rectangle. Cut rectangle lengthwise in half; cut crosswise to make 10 squares., Place 1 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet; brush tops with egg. Bake until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
EASY DROP BISCUITS
One day I had company coming and realized I had run out of biscuit mix. I'd never made biscuits from scratch before, but I decided to give this easy drop biscuit recipe a try. Now this is the only way I make them! -Sharon Evans, Clear Lake, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk milk and egg. Stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. , Drop by 1/4 cupfuls 2 in. apart onto an ungreased baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 271mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
MY GRANNY'S OLD-FASHIONED BISCUITS
A simple, basic buttermilk biscuit with minimal ingredients. It's an old-fashioned recipe everyone should have handy. If you follow Elaine's directions, once baked the biscuit is perfectly flaky and fluffy with a little tang from the buttermilk. They're melt-in-your-mouth good.
Provided by Elaine Bovender
Categories Other Side Dishes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Heavily grease a large cast-iron skillet or biscuit pan and set aside. (I prefer the cast iron skillet).
- 2. Put the flour into a large bowl and add lard/shortening.
- 3. Cut into flour using the usual pastry method.
- 4. Add buttermilk and mix with fork or hands.
- 5. Mix into a light dough.
- 6. Turn dough onto a floured board and knead a couple of times.
- 7. Pat dough to flatten to about 1/2 inch thick. Using a biscuit cutter, cut dough into biscuits.
- 8. Place cut biscuits in the prepared pan.
- 9. Pour melted shortening/butter over each biscuit.
- 10. Bake for about 13 to 15 minutes or until golden. Remove from pan and place into a covered container and allow to steam for about 5 minutes. You may also brush melted butter over top prior to steaming (if desired).
- 11. Serve hot with butter, apple butter, jellies, jams, honey, or anything else that you like.
- 12. Special Note: I didn't have a biscuit cutter, so what I did was open both ends of a 4-ounce sized mushroom can, washed and removed the label and it works perfectly.
TEA BISCUITS
A quick tea time treat. Serve warm, buttered, and with jam or honey.
Provided by Debbie
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Biscuits
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut shortening in until mixture has a fine crumb texture. Stir in milk with a fork to make a soft dough. Knead 8 to 10 times, and then roll out to a thickness of at least 1/2 inch. Cut into rounds with a cookie or biscuit cutter. Place on cookie sheet, and allow to rest for a few minutes.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 0.7 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 217.8 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
OLD-FASHIONED BISCUITS (FROM MY GREAT RECIPE CARDS)
These are really good - but sometimes in my oven 15 minutes is not quite enough so watch closely to make sure they are not underdone and when adding a couple minutes make sure they don't become overdone.
Provided by Foodie Friend
Categories Breads
Time 15m
Yield 12 Biscuits
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and sugar in a bowl.
- Cut in butter using pastry cutter or use 2 knives.
- With fork stir in buttermilk to make a soft dough (I have used an equal amount of buttermilk powder with added water and it works wonderfully in this recipe.
- Turn out onto lightly floured workspace and knead no more than 10 times to form a ball (if you over do it the biscuits can be tough).
- Roll into a 6" x 6" square.
- Place on ungreased baking sheet.
- Cut into 12 portions but do not separate.
- Bake at 400 F for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve with butter, honey, jam, or gravy.
CLABBER GIRL OLD-FASHIONED BISCUITS RECIPE - (3.8/5)
Provided by Bug7
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 475°F. In a medium bowl stir together flour, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry blender, cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pour flour mixture out on a clean surface and make a well by mounting the flour up around the edges, then pour the milk in the middle of the well. Incorporate the flour mixture and milk together until you have created a dough. Roll dough and cut out biscuits. Brush biscuits with butter. Bake in a 475°F oven for 11 to 15 minutes.
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Tips:
- Chilling the dough is crucial for achieving tender and flaky biscuits. The cold butter creates pockets of steam during baking, resulting in a light and airy texture.
- Use high-quality, unsalted butter. This will ensure that your biscuits have a rich, buttery flavor without being too salty.
- Don't overwork the dough. Overworking will develop the gluten in the flour, resulting in tough biscuits. Mix the dough just until it comes together.
- Roll the dough to an even thickness. This will ensure that the biscuits bake evenly.
- Cut the biscuits close together. This will prevent them from spreading too much in the oven.
- Bake the biscuits in a hot oven. This will help them rise quickly and develop a golden brown crust.
Conclusion:
These old-fashioned biscuits are a delicious and versatile recipe perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create light, fluffy, and flavorful biscuits that will be enjoyed by your family and friends.
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