Southern Biscuit Muffins
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2 1/2 Cup All-purpose flour
1/4 Cup Sugar
1-1/2 Teaspoon Baking powder
1/4 Teaspoon Sa;t
1/4 Pound Plus 2 Tablespoon unsalted butter
1 Cup Cold milk
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In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt; mix well,
breaking up any lumps. Work the butter in by hand until the mixture
resembles coarse cornmeal, making sure no lumps are left. Gradually stir in
the milk, mixing just until dry ingredients are moistened. DO NOT OVERBEAT.
Spoon the batter into 12 greased muffin cups. Bake at 350F until golden
brown, about 35 to 40 minutes. The finished muffins should have a thick
crust with a cakelike centre. Servings: 12