American Biscuits (Mix)

6 ingredients
13 steps

Ingredients

  • 9 cups flour, all-purpose sifted
  • 13 cup baking powder
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons milk, skim, (non fat) powder
  • 4 teaspoons salt
  • 1 3/4 cups vegetable shortening

Directions

  1. 1
    Stir baking powder, dry milk and salt into the sifted flour.
  2. 2
    Sift all dry ingredients together until well mixed.
  3. 3
    Cut or mix fat into flour mixture utnil all particles are thouroughly coated and mixture esembels coarse cornmeal.
  4. 4
    Store the pre-made mix in a jar or can with a tight lid.
  5. 5
    It can be measured into 2 cup amounts and put in plastic bags or jars where it will be ready for use.
  6. 6
    It may be stored at room temperature for 6 weeks.
  7. 7
    Vary the liquids: dry milk solids are already in the mix so more milk is not need.
  8. 8
    You can use fruit juice, water or meat broth for the liquid called for in a recipe.
  9. 9
    Add water to mix and stir 20 to 25 times.
  10. 10
    Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead 10 to 15 times.
  11. 11
    Roll to 1/2 inch thickness and cut with a knife to pockets shapes or use biscuit cutter to make circles.
  12. 12
    Place in preheated 400 degree F oven and bake 5 minutes or until golden brown.
  13. 13
    Serve warm biscuits with butter or jam if desired.

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