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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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My mom made this when I was little. The eggs are so good if done right. This recipe serves 4. Ingredients:
8 slices wright brand bacon |
4 large eggs |
2 cups all-purpose flour |
4 teaspoons baking powder |
2 teaspoons sugar |
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 cup shortening or 1/2 cup oil |
2/3 cup milk |
Directions:
1. Begin cooking bacon slowly on medium-low heat. (Closer to low).
2. BE SURE TO FLIP BACON EVERY 1-10 MINUTES.
3. Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, cream of tartar, & salt.
4. Cut in shortening/oil until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Make a well in the center.
6. Add milk all at once.
7. Stir just till dough clings together.
8. Knead gently on a lightly-floured surface for 10-12 strokes.
9. Roll or pat into 1/2-inch thickness.
10. Cut with a 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter or the top of a glass, dipping in flour between cuts.
11. Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet.
12. Bake in a 450F oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden.
13. Let cool or keep warm in 140F-160F oven.
14. When bacon is finished, transfer to paper towels to drain. RESERVE GREASE.
15. Add 2 eggs to skillet with bacon grease, KEEPING EGGS SEPERATE FROM EACH OTHER.
16. Break yolks immediatly & spoon grease over eggs to help them cook.
17. As soon as cooked whites cover top of eggs, remove & drain on paper towel.
18. Do the same with the next two eggs.
19. Serve.
20. Biscuits also go well with gravy.
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