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My mother made cathead biscuits almost everyday. Cathead biscuits are a tradition in my family and a family favorite. Very popular recipe!

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A heartwarming addition to any table that's been enjoyed by generations--Missy's Cathead Buttermilk Biscuits.Kitchenware1 Bowl - Large1 Fork1 Baking Dish, Cast Iron Griddle or Skillet (Buttered)1 Basting Brush

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What are cat head biscuits? These are believed to be an old Appalachia favorite. The origins of the name are lost to time, but it's believed that they're called that because they're about the size of a cat's head. Cat head biscuits are a lot less fuss to make than rolled and cut biscuits, come together pretty fast and bake golden brown and are very tender.

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Fluffy on the inside, with crispy buttery tops made this a huge hit in my kitchen. Total comfort food made completely from scratch. This recipe is a quick and easy, "cut-in" buttermilk biscuit recipe that is, "according to legend supposed to be the size of a cat's head". This recipe makes them more reasonable sized, but equally delicious. The dough was easy to stir together, and the method of pulling the dough to form the biscuits, welcomed. A pie-like crust on top, they make a perfect sta

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Cara Rose, Executive Director Pocahontas County Convention and Visitors Bureau What is it about biscuits? I think what makes the Appalachian biscuit better than Pillsbury’s is the art of making something delicious – fast, with simple ingredients. The biscuit was an easy way to put bread on the table every day. And it was inexpensive [...]

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FacebookPinEmail Cathead Old Fashioned Lard Biscuits Servings: 8 biscuits Ingredients 2 cups self-rising flour, flour for hands The Lard golf ball size Buttermilk, one cup, cold Skillet Shortcut Butter melted to six teaspoons Instructions Turn oven on to 450 degrees. Smear a skillet with shortening and set aside. Work the fat into the flour with...

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A heartwarming addition to any table that's been enjoyed by generations--Missy's Cathead Buttermilk Biscuits.Kitchenware1 Bowl - Large1 Fork1 Baking Dish, Cast Iron Griddle or Skillet (Buttered)1 Basting Brush

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