Cornbread & Buttermilk, a southern culinary story

Making a Southern Biscuit


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In this episode Cornbread & Buttermilk, tell what they have learned about the Southern Biscuit.  Cornbread gives his listeners a recipe for Lard biscuits, in which one can swap out butter if one prefers.  The southern biscuit is often overlooked in the culinary world.  Cornbread believes the neglect comes from cooks taking too many shortcuts in preparing these delightful components of the Southern traditional table.  To truly appreciate the unique experience Cornbread believes one must first eliminate the distraction of a meal, and concentrate on acquiring the best quality biscuit ingredients.  White Lily all purpose flower, unsalted butter, (homemade is preferred), or good lard if you can find it, and of coarse whole buttermilk.  I found a nice pastry knife from William Sonoma on Amazon that I would recommend to aspiring biscuit makers.  As alway, we hope you enjoy the podcast, and if you learned something new, share it with a friend or family member.  As always, God Bless y’all.

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Cornbread & Buttermilk is all about sharing stories, traditions, and the wisdom of the Southern kitchen, but we are not medical professionals. The information shared in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Always consult with your physician or a qualified healthcare provider before adding new foods, supplements, or home remedies to your routine—especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. Listen to your body, trust your doctor, and enjoy the journey of good food and well-being!


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Title: Ragged and Dirty

Performed by: William Brown

Recorded by: Alan Lomax

From the album: Negro Blues and Hollers

Courtesy of: American Folklife Center, Library of Congress

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Cornbread & Buttermilk, a southern culinary storyBy Western C. Cain