Corn Biscuits with Bacon and Sage 🌽🥓🌿
Overview:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of corn, savory bacon, and aromatic sage with these irresistible Corn Biscuits. Perfect for any occasion, from potlucks to Christmas gatherings, these biscuits are easy to make and even easier to devour.
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 12 biscuits
- Calories: 282.1 per serving
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (2 reviews)
Ingredients:
- 8 slices of bacon
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 10 tablespoons buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons dried rubbed sage
- 6 tablespoons frozen corn kernels
- 1 egg (for egg glaze)
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Position the rack in the center of the oven.
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Prepare Baking Sheet: Butter a heavy large baking sheet to prevent the biscuits from sticking.
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Cook Bacon: In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until it’s brown and crisp, approximately 8 minutes. Transfer the cooked bacon to paper towels to drain excess oil. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces. Reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings and discard the remainder.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well blended.
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Incorporate Butter: Add the unsalted butter to the dry ingredients and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
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Prepare Wet Mixture: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, buttermilk, dried rubbed sage, and the reserved 2 tablespoons of bacon drippings until well blended.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the wet mixture to the flour mixture and stir until a moist dough forms.
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Add Corn and Bacon: Mix in the frozen corn kernels and crumbled bacon until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Knead Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently until smooth, approximately 8 turns.
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Shape Biscuits: Roll out the dough on the floured surface to form a 10×8-inch rectangle, about 3/4 inch thick. Cut the rectangle into 12 squares.
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Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the cut squares on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly apart.
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Apply Egg Glaze: Brush the biscuits with the beaten egg to give them a glossy finish.
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Season: Sprinkle lightly with fresh ground black pepper, if desired, to enhance the flavor.
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Bake: Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake the biscuits until they turn golden brown and a tester inserted into the center comes out clean, approximately 25 minutes.
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Serve: Once baked, transfer the biscuits to a cooling rack. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a delightful treat.
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Make Ahead: These biscuits can be prepared a day in advance. Simply wrap them in foil and let them stand at room temperature. When ready to serve, rewarm the foil-wrapped biscuits in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 5 minutes.
Enjoy these delicious Corn Biscuits with Bacon and Sage as a delightful addition to any meal or as a standalone snack. Their rich flavors and tender texture are sure to please your taste buds and leave you craving for more!
