Mrs. Wilkes' Boarding House-Style Biscuits – a delicious recipe with flour, baking powder, vegetable shortening, margarine, buttermilk, milk. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Baking & Desserts
Servings:persons
1
Preheat oven to 450.
2
Sift the flour and baking powder into a mixing bowl and make a well in the center.
3
Cut in the shortening and margarine until mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
4
Pour the buttermilk and milk into a measuring cup and add enough water to make 3/4 cup.
5
Pour this into the dry ingredients.
6
Mix lightly and quickly with your hands to form a dough moist enough to leave the sides of the bowl.
7
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface.
8
Knead by turning the dough away from you, pressing down with palms of hands, and pushing the dough away.
9
Repeat 6 or 7 times.
10
Work the dough into a large ball while kneading. Keep your fingers dry by dipping them into dry flour regularly.
11
Pinch off portions of dough and place them on a well-greased baking sheet.
12
Press lightly to flatten the biscuits slightly.
13
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
367
kcal
Calories
17
g
Fat
47
g
Carbs
7
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 6 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups self-rising flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening, 2 tablespoons margarine, and more.
Yes, Mrs. Wilkes' Boarding House-Style Biscuits falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.
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