Moldy Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 425°F
2. 2
   Saute the scallions in 3 tablespoons butter until they are soft. Set the scallions aside and let cool.
3. 3
   Sift the flour, baking soda, and salt into a large mixing bowl. Cut the 1/2 cup butter into small pieces and cut it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 4
   In a small bowl mix together the 3/4 cup buttermilk and the green food coloring, until it is a very dark shade of green.
5. 5
   Make a well in the center of the flour mixture, and add the scallions and the green buttermilk.
6. 6
   Mix until a very sticky dough just holds together.
7. 7
   Turn out onto a floured surface and knead 20 times.
8. 8
   Pat out until 1/2 inch thick.
9. 9
   Cut with a 2 inch cutter. Place biscuits on a baking sheet about 3 inches apart.
10. 10
    Mix the melted butter and buttermilk and brush on the biscuits.
11. 11
    Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.