Easy Biscuits (Just like Popeye's)

by Erin B
(USA)

This recipe is from cooks.com and it is really, really good AND simple.

Biscuits
2 c. biscuit mix (Bisquick*)
1/2 c. sour cream
1/2 c. 7-Up

- Cut sour cream into biscuit mix, add 7-Up. Makes a very soft dough.

- Sprinkle additional biscuit mix on board or table and pat dough out.

- Melt 1/4 cup butter in a 9 inch square pan.

- Place cut biscuits in pan and bake at 450 degrees until golden brown.

Don't have Biscuit Mix? Make your own!
QUICK MIX (MAKE YOUR OWN BISQUICK MIX)

8 1/2 c. flour
1 tbsp. baking powder
1 tbsp. salt
2 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 c. instant nonfat dry milk
2 1/4 c. vegetable shortening

Sift together all dry ingredients into a large bowl. Blend well. With pastry blender, cut in shortening. Mixture should resemble corn meal in texture. Put in large airtight container. Label. Date clearly - should be used in 10 to 12 weeks. Store in cool, dry place. Makes about 13 cups of quick mix. Can be used in any recipe that calls for Bisquick.