Culture Global Cuisines

Maryland Beaten Biscuits

Matt Sulem|Feb. 18, 2016 4:11 pm EST

Maryland Beaten Biscuits

4.5 (2 ratings)

Print

A Maryland staple with an extra Maryland twist.This recipe is modified from a version courtesy of Oxmoor House via MyRecipes.com.

Servings

36

Ingredients

• 7 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon old bay seasoning
• 3/4 cup lard
• 2 1/2 cup ice water

Directions

1. Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt; stir well.
2. Cut in lard with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal.
3. Sprinkle ice water evenly over flour mixture, stirring until dry ingredients are moistened.
4. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Beat with a rolling pin or mallet for 30 minutes or until blisters appear, folding dough over frequently.
5. Shape dough into 1-inch balls; flatten and prick with the tines of a fork.
6. Place biscuits on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 500° for 20 minutes or until lightly browned.