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Low-Fat Ham Biscuits


Ingredients:

1 cup (250 mL) all-purpose flour
1½ teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup (125 mL) low-fat sour cream
1/4 cup (60 mL) ground cooked ham
3 tablespoons skim milk


Makes about 30 biscuits.


Directions:

1. In a medium size bowl, stir together the flour, dry mustard, onion powder, baking powder and soda until well mixed.
2. With a wooden spoon, stir in the oil, sour cream, ham and milk and mix until a soft dough forms.
3. Knead for 30 seconds on a floured surface, than pat into a 7 inch circle (17.5 cm).
4. Preheat the oven to 450º F (230º C).
5. Using a well floured 1 inch (2.5 cm) scalloped or round cutter, cut into biscuits; reroll and cut scraps.
6. Place biscuits 1 inch apart (2.5 cm) on a lightly greased baking sheet.
7. Brush the tops with additional milk if you like.
8. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden.

Beverages

Vegetarian Diet

Eat unrefined whole foods as much as possible...

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