When I got married, I made sure to copy this recipe of my mom's. I'm glad I did...it's become one of my husband's favorites. We especially like to eat them smothered with homemade country sausage gravy.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield about 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cream of tartar. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles fine crumbs. In a small bowl, beat egg and milk; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
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umbreon angel
[email protected]I've been making biscuits for my family for over 50 years, and I can tell you that these are some of the best I've ever made. They're light, fluffy, and have just the right amount of sweetness. My grandkids love them!
Lulzim Nela
[email protected]I'm always on the lookout for new and exciting recipes to share with my readers. These biscuits definitely fit the bill! They're unique, delicious, and sure to be a hit with my audience.
Ab Shah
[email protected]As a food critic, I've tasted countless biscuits in my day. These biscuits are among the best I've ever had. The texture was perfect, and the flavor was out of this world. Highly recommended!
siraj ullah
[email protected]I love challenging myself with new recipes, and these biscuits were no exception. They were a bit more time-consuming than my usual recipes, but they were worth the effort. The flaky layers and buttery flavor were amazing!
Rasni Adhikary
[email protected]I served these biscuits at my last dinner party, and they were a huge success. They were the perfect accompaniment to the main course, and my guests couldn't get enough of them.
Rambabu Tharu
[email protected]These biscuits are a lifesaver on busy mornings. They're quick and easy to make, and my kids love them. I always keep a batch in the freezer for those hectic days.
Antar Roy
[email protected]I made a few tweaks to the recipe to make it healthier, and they still turned out great! I used whole wheat flour and reduced the amount of butter. My family loved them!
Trudie du Plessis
[email protected]I'm a beginner in the kitchen, but these biscuits turned out perfectly! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious.
James Atkins
[email protected]As a born and bred Southerner, I can say that these biscuits are the real deal. They're just like my grandma used to make.
Titi Rivera
[email protected]These biscuits were a hit at my last brunch party! Everyone raved about how fluffy and flavorful they were. I'll definitely be making them again.