RCI-BR.003.0229.001
Homemade Biscuits
A River of Recipes: Native American Recipes Using Commodity Foods by the USDA Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations, public domain government resource—original source of recipe
Prep15 min
Cook25 min
Total40 min
Servings4
Difficultybeginner
Ingredients
- 2 cups
- 2 tablespoons
- ½ cup
Method
1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
Combine the baking mix, vegetable oil, and water in a large bowl, stirring until a soft dough forms.
3
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently 8-10 times until the dough comes together smoothly.
4
Pat the dough into a ½-inch thick rectangle using your hands or a rolling pin.
5
Cut the dough into rounds using a biscuit cutter or the rim of a drinking glass, pressing straight down without twisting.
6
Place the biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
7
Bake at 425°F for 10-12 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
11 minutes
8
Remove from the oven and serve warm.