COUNTRY HAM BISCUITS - OLD CHICKAHOMINY HOUSE, WILLIAMSBURG, VA

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These Southern biscuits are rolled thin to allow the flavor of the country ham to shine. Published in Saveur magazine, December 2009.

Provided by swissms

Categories     Breads

Time 15m

Yield 12 biscuits, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups self-rising flour
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup buttermilk
4 ounces thinly sliced cooked country ham

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F
  • Sift flour into a large bowl; mix in butter until the mixture has the consistency of cornmeal. Using a wooden spoon, stir in buttermilk to form a dough. Transfer dough to a floured work surface; knead briefly until smooth.
  • Roll dough into a 1/4" thick rectangle. Cut dough into twelve 4"x3" rectangles; transfer to a baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes. Cool slightly.
  • To serve, slice biscuits and stuff with ham.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.1, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 16.3, Sodium 434.6, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1, Protein 4.5

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