Biscuits

Ingredients:

  • 2 C whole wheat flour
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 5 tablespoons butter
  • 3/4 C plus 2 tablespoons whole milk (or buttermilk)

Method:

  • Preheat oven to 450° F.
  • In a medium bowl mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter with a fork or pastry cutter until crumbly.
  • Add milk and mix  until the dough is easily handled. Pat dough on floured surface to about 1-inch thickness. Cut with top of a glass or biscuit cutter.
  • Place on an ungreased baking sheet, sides slightly touching.
  • Bake 12 minutes or until tops are lightly browned.
Plate of biscuits