Cornmeal Buttermilk Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Set a rack in the center of the oven and preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with two layers of parchment paper.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.
3. 3
   Rub 2 tablespoons of the butter into the flour mixture with your fingertips, until it is completely incorporated.
4. 4
   Work the remaining butter into the flour until it's in even, pea-sizes pieces.
5. 5
   Gently stir in the buttermilk to make a loose dough.
6. 6
   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface.
7. 7
   Pat the dough into a 1/2-inch-thick rectangle.
8. 8
   Fold the dough in thirds like a business letter.
9. 9
   Pat the dough into a 5 by 8-inch rectangle about 3/4 inch thick.
10. 10
    Use a 2- to 3-inch round cutter to make 6 biscuits, and put biscuits on the prepared baking sheet.
11. 11
    Press together the scraps of dough, cut 2 more biscuits, and place them on the baking sheet.
12. 12
    Bake until the tops are lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
13. 13
    Cool slightly on a rack before serving.