| Maryland Beaten Biscuits
5 cups of all purpose flour
2 teaspoons of salt
1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
1 cup of lard
Combine all ingredients except lard in a mixing bowl and cut in the lard, then add enough water to make a stiff dough. Knead until dough holds together, then place on a heavy table or block and beat with a hammer for 30 minutes or until dough blisters. Shape into small biscuits and place on baking sheet. Bake at 400ºF. for 25 to 30 minutes. Makes 35- 40 biscuits |
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