Best 2 Mississippi Biscuits Recipes

In the realm of Southern cuisine, few treats are as comforting and iconic as the Mississippi Biscuit. These savory delights are renowned for their light and fluffy texture, golden-brown crust, and an irresistible flavor that has captivated taste buds for generations. Whether you prefer them as a hearty breakfast companion, a delightful snack, or a delectable side dish, Mississippi Biscuits promise an unforgettable culinary experience.

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SANDY'S MISSISSIPPI DELTA CATHEAD BISCUITS

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Make and share this Sandy's Mississippi Delta Cathead Biscuits recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Teresa Johnson

Categories Breads

Time 42m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1 1/8 cups self-rising flour
2/3 cup milk or 2/3 cup buttermilk
1/8 cup oil or 1/8 cup bacon drippings

Steps:

Blend above ingredients in a mixing bowl.
Dump a hand full of flour on a pastry cloth or whatever.
A brown paper sack also works.
Newspaper also works just fine.
Dump the blended dough onto the flour.
Pour a dash of oil into your skillet and smear it around with your fingers.
Coat the inside of the skillet and the palms of your hands with oil.
Knead the dough for about 30 seconds, rolling it in the flour and thickening it.
Halve the dough.
Halve it again, making 4 pieces of dough.
Roll each piece of dough between your hands, making it into a ball, then put it in the skillet.
Use a spoon or a pastry brush and put a little oil or bacon drippings on the top of each unbaked biscuit.
Preheat oven to 350°.
Bake 25 minutes.
Broil/toast for 1 or 2 minutes.

MISSISSIPPI BISCUITS

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Easy and light.

Provided by Cathy Gillespie

Categories Biscuits

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 c flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
2 Tbsp lard
milk

Steps:

1. Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Then work in lightly the lard and mix with sufficient milk to make soft dough. Roll thin, cut into biscuits with small cutter and bake in a quick oven.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your biscuits.
Make sure your butter is cold. This will help create flaky layers in your biscuits.
Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make the biscuits tough.
Let the dough rest before baking. This will allow the gluten to relax and will make the biscuits more tender.
Bake the biscuits in a hot oven. This will help them rise quickly and evenly.

Conclusion:

Mississippi biscuits are a delicious and versatile Southern dish. They can be served as a side dish, a main course, or even a dessert. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect Mississippi biscuits every time. So what are you waiting for? Get baking!