This was a staple in the Old West. Most every ingredient was found in the pantry in a time where food spoilage was a problem. I am a fan of buttermilk biscuits on pretty much anything, this is a great way to constantly use your sourdough starter. Having a healthy starter means you are using it and feeding it consistently. 

Serves : 4 people

Prep Time : 5 minutes

Cook Time : 45 minutes

Ingredients :

2 cups all purpose flour, sifted

1 tablespoon baking powder

1 tablespoon sugar

Pinch Kosher salt

4 tablespoons lard

2 cups sourdough starter

2 tablespoons butter, melted

Sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions :

1. Preheat oven to 400 F.
2. Stir dry ingredients until mixed.
3. With a pastry blender, cut in lard and butter until it resembles coarse sand.
4. Make a well in the flour and add sourdough starter.
5. Fold sourdough starter in making a stiff dough.
6. Portion dough into balls using a cookie scooper for consistency.
7. Roll into a ball and roll in melted butter.
8. Place in a cast iron fairly close to each other and sprinkle with sea salt.
9. Let them proof for 30 minutes.
10. Bake about 15 minutes or until done and golden brown.