Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
1 unit

Cooking spray

For coating

1 cup

Onion

chopped

0.75 cup

Fat-free milk

1.5 cup

All-purpose flour

0.5 cup

Whole wheat flour

2 tsp

Baking powder

0.5 tsp

Salt

0.25 tsp

Sugar

0.25 tsp

Dried oregano

0.25 tsp

Dried basil

0.25 cup

Chilled butter

cut into small pieces

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 425°F.

Step 2
~2 min

Coat a small skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat.

Step 3
~2 min

Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 6 minutes, or until tender, stirring frequently.

Step 4
~2 min

Spoon the cooked onion into a blender.

Step 5
~2 min

Add milk to the blender and process until smooth. Allow to cool.

Step 6
~2 min

Lightly spoon all-purpose and whole wheat flours into dry measuring cups, and level with a knife.

Step 7
~2 min

In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, dried oregano, and dried basil.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~2 min

Cut in the chilled butter with a pastry blender or 2 knives until the mixture resembles coarse meal.

Step 9
~2 min

Add the cooled onion and milk mixture to the flour mixture; stir just until moistened.

Step 10
~2 min

Turn the dough out onto a heavily floured surface (dough will be sticky).

Step 11
~2 min

Knead the dough lightly 5 times with floured hands.

Step 12
~2 min

Roll the dough to a 1/2-inch thickness.

Step 13
~2 min

Cut the dough into 10 biscuits using a 3-inch biscuit cutter.

Step 14
~2 min

Place the biscuits on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 15
~2 min

Bake at 425°F for 12 minutes, or until golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use whole milk instead of fat-free milk.

Don't overmix the dough, as this will result in tough biscuits.

Brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter before baking for a golden brown crust.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with butter and jam.

Pair with scrambled eggs and bacon for breakfast.

Serve alongside soup or chili.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Scrambled eggs
Bacon
Soup
Chili

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Commonly served at breakfast and brunch in the Southern United States.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Holiday

Popularity Score

65/100

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