• A biscuit is a soft, baked bread. It is often described as a food staple in the Southern United States. They are a type of quick bread, similar to scones. Although most breads use yeast for rising, biscuits use baking powder and/or soda instead.

• Fast Facts

  1. Origin: The origin of the word "biscuit" is from Latin via Middle French and means "cooked twice"
  2. Variants: Often made with buttermilk
  3. How served: Often served for breakfast with gravy or as a supplement to dinner

• Favorite Ways to Eat Biscuits

  • Jelly or jam and butter
  • Gravy
  • With meat, egg and cheese like a sandwich
  • Cinnamon and sugar
  • Maple syrup
  • Chicken and biscuit casserole
  • In place of shortcake in deserts like strawberry shortcake
  • Honey

• Ingredients

  1. Flour
  2. Baking powder or baking soda
  3. Butter
  4. Cheese (optional)
  5. Buttermilk (optional)

• How to Make Biscuits

  1. Mix flour and baking powder or baking soda.
  2. Cut in cold butter.
  3. Mix, ensuring not to over-knead.
  4. Roll and cut into the wanted shape or place drops onto a baking pan.
  5. Brush the tops with melted butter or honey.
  6. Bake at 350 degrees until lightly browned.

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