Biscuits & Gravy Or Assorted Breads & Pastries Recipe
Make Biscuits & Gravy Or Assorted Breads & Pastries Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Biscuits
Gravy
Assorted Breads & Pastries
Method
Biscuits
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well blended.
- 2
Cut in the Butter
Cut the cold unsalted butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Buttermilk
Pour in the buttermilk and mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 4
Shape the Biscuits
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Cut out biscuits using a round cutter.
- 5
Bake
Place the biscuits on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Gravy
- 6
Cook the Sausage
In a large skillet, cook the ground sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon.
- 7
Make the Roux
Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and stir for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- 8
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring to a simmer.
- 9
Season the Gravy
Season with black pepper and salt to taste. Cook until thickened, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Assorted Breads & Pastries
- 10
- 11
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour and salt. Once the yeast is activated, add it to the flour mixture along with melted butter.
- 12
Knead the Dough
Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl and cover with a cloth.
- 13
Let the Dough Rise
Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 14
Shape and Bake
Shape the risen dough into rolls or loaves. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.