Buttermilk Biscuits

 I have never been able to make biscuits; they have always come out like hockey pucks.  Thanks to the Great British Bake Off, I finally understand the concept.  Rub the butter in with your fingers.

2.5 C. flour

2 T. baking powder

1 t. salt

.5 C. butter, cubed and cold

1 C. buttermilk

2 t. honey (optional. I don't care if it's there or not)

Preheat oven to 425.

Place the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl; mix well

Add the cubed butter and rub with your fingers into the dry ingredients, until you're left with coarse crumbs.  

Make a well in the center of the mixture.  Pour the buttermilk and honey on top.  Fold everything together just until mixed.  Do not overwork the dough.  The dough will be crumbly with some wet spots. 

Pour the dough and any crumbles onto a floured surface and gently bring it together.  Flatten into a 3/4 inch thick rectangle.  Fold into thirds, and then gently flatten again.  

Cut into circles with a biscuit cutter; do not twist.  Place on a parchment lined baking sheet.  Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

They don't keep for long, so eat them while they're warm.