Charlie is one of the funniest children I know and at times he surprises me with things he wants to try. Like the other day when Charlie came downstairs and asked if we could have #Gravy&Biscuits. Mind you my son is 17 years old and fixen to be 18.
Never in my life have I known Charlie to eat Gravy & Biscuits together let alone apart. Charlie reminded me he had tried them at the American Legion when Bradley and Charlie had breakfast there. Looks like I need to purchase #Biscuits and I’m going to have Charlie help me make my Dad’s Cream Gravy.
if we had still been #Homeschooling full time we could have made #HomemadeButtermilkBiscuits. Which I may still get Charlie and David to help me with. Just no, Beer please which I remember my parents using when they made #Biscuits but would keep Charlie from trying Buttermilk Biscuits with us.
For most people there is nothing quite like a flaky, Buttermilk Biscuit paired with Jam, Jelly, Honey, Maple Syrup or the Syrup of your choice, or Butter to send your taste buds into overdrive. Charlie says Ham and David says Sausage on there Biscuits please. I will have Jelly. How about you?
There is no, better way to celebrate a long-standing Southern tradition than by celebrating National Buttermilk Biscuit Day on May 14? Did you know there flakey, carby treats emerged in the pre-Civil War era as an inexpensive addition to meals.
When people realized these robust Bread products absorbed the Gravy on their plates better than plain Bread, Biscuits soared in popularity and the version that we all know and love. The Buttermilk Biscuit was born. From celebrating at your favorite restaurant to whipping up a gourmet batch at home, there are hundreds of ways one can pay homage to this Southern staple.
National Buttermilk Biscuit Day Activities
- If you have the means and the opportunity go on a Biscuit quest: Rule #1: You can never have too many Biscuits. Can you? In preparation for National Buttermilk Biscuit Day, scope out the local restaurant scene a few days beforehand to discover what kind of deals you can find. Then, on May 14th, put your game face on and head over to your local Cracker Barrel to enjoy some Home-style cooking, complete with mouthwatering Buttermilk Biscuits and flavorsome Gravy. For dessert, mosey on over to Red Lobster to scarf down copious amounts of their legendary (and addictive) Cheddar Biscuits. Popeyes, Bojangles’, and Church’s Chicken also have tasty biscuits. Remember, the earlier you start , the more ground you’ll cover.
- Remember there is nothing, and I mean nothing, that beats Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits. If you aren’t sure where to start, there are hundreds (give or take) of recipes floating across the Internet at this very second. If you’re feeling adventurous, make up your own recipe! We’ll give you a hint: you’ll probably need Buttermilk.
- As wonderful as Buttermilk Biscuits might be on their own, they can often be made even better when combined with other awesome ingredients. From exotic Casseroles to scrumptious Cinnamon Rolls, there are heaps of unique dishes that can be made using Buttermilk Biscuits as a base. Get creative because the possibilities are truly endless!
Why People Love National Buttermilk Biscuit Day
Buttermilk Biscuits are a universal comfort food, no matter which geographical region you grew up in. Of course, if you were raised in a good ol’ Southern home, you probably have a special type of appreciation for Buttermilk Biscuits. There’s just something about biting into an ooey gooey Buttery Buttermilk Biscuit that is incredibly heartwarming.
One of the greatest things about the Buttermilk Biscuit is its versatility. Whether you enjoy your Biscuits immersed in Gravy or prefer to order Buttermilk Biscuits with the traditional brunch fare, Buttermilk Biscuits can be served as an accompaniment for any meal.
Feeling extra hungry when lunch rolls around? Skip the line at your usual Fast Food restaurants and pop a couple of Buttermilk Biscuits in the microwave. Lunch is served no, fuss, no mess and easy clean up. What more do you need?
Everything tastes good on Buttermilk Biscuits from Molasses to Fruit-flavored Jellies, there isn’t much you can’t put on a Buttermilk Biscuit. Including Bacon, Egg, and Cheese on top and you’ve got yourself a gourmet breakfast. Just remember no, Cheese for me.
You can even put Peanut Butter on your Buttermilk Biscuits if traditional isn’t your thing use National Buttermilk Biscuit Day as an excuse to experiment with your favorite condiments.
Buttermilk Biscuit Recipe:
Active Time: 25 mins Total Time: 50 mins Yield: 12 to 14 biscuits
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), frozen
- 2 1/2 cups self-rising flour
- 1 cup chilled buttermilk
- Parchment paper
- 2 Tbsp. butter, melted
Directions
- Grate butter: Preheat oven to 475°F. Grate frozen butter using large holes of a box grater. Toss together grated butter and flour in a medium bowl. Chill 10 minutes.
- Add buttermilk to flour mixture: Make a well in center of mixture. Add buttermilk, and stir 15 times. Dough will be sticky.
- Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Lightly sprinkle flour over top of dough.
- Roll dough and fold to create layers: Using a lightly floured rolling pin, roll dough into a 3/4-inch-thick rectangle (about 9 x 5 inches). Fold dough in half so short ends meet. Repeat rolling and folding process 4 more times.
- Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut with a 2 1/2-inch floured round cutter, reshaping scraps and flouring as needed.
- Place dough rounds on a parchment paper-lined jelly-roll pan.
- Bake at 475°F for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Brush with melted butter.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
