Description
Daddy’s Savory Tomato Biscuits are a delightful twist on classic biscuits, featuring a flavorful tomato-vegetable juice that adds moisture and a subtle tang. These biscuits are perfect for breakfast or as a savory snack, with a tender crumb and light golden crust baked to perfection.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups self-rising flour
- â…› teaspoon baking soda
- â…› teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup shortening
- 1 cup tomato-vegetable juice cocktail
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking sheet to prevent the biscuits from sticking and to ensure an even bake.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the self-rising flour, baking soda, salt, and white sugar. Stir these together thoroughly to evenly distribute all the dry ingredients.
- Incorporate Shortening: Using a pastry cutter, cut the shortening into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. This step creates the flaky texture in the biscuits.
- Add Tomato-Vegetable Juice: Pour in the tomato-vegetable juice cocktail and mix just until the dough becomes moist and comes together—avoid overmixing to keep the biscuits tender.
- Knead the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it several times until it holds together in a smooth ball. This light kneading helps develop structure.
- Roll Out the Dough: Roll the dough to approximately ½-inch thickness, preparing it for cutting into biscuit shapes.
- Cut Biscuits: Use a biscuit cutter to cut rounds from the dough and arrange them evenly on the prepared baking sheet, allowing space for rising.
- Bake Biscuits: Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes until the biscuits have risen and are lightly browned on top, signifying they are cooked through.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider substituting some of the shortening with butter.
- Ensure the tomato-vegetable juice is well mixed before measuring to include all pulp for added texture.
- Do not overwork the dough to maintain biscuit fluffiness.
- Serve warm for the best taste and texture.
- Biscuits can be frozen before baking and cooked later by adding a few extra minutes to baking time.
