
A historical bread from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913).
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put the soda in the vinegar and stir it well
stir in the flour
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beat two eggs very light and add to it
make a dough with warm water stiff enough to roll out
cut with a biscuit-cutter one inch thick
bake in a quick oven
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
The acid-base reaction between vinegar and baking soda produces carbon dioxide gas, which leavens the biscuits without yeast or baking powder. The chemical leavening was revolutionary for 1913 home cooks who lacked reliable commercial leavening agents. The small amount of fat creates tender layers by coating flour proteins and limiting gluten development, while the eggs provide structure and richness that helps compensate for the minimal fat content.
These biscuits do not make-ahead well due to the time-sensitive nature of the vinegar-soda reaction. The dough must be mixed and baked immediately after combining the leavening agents. However, you can measure and sift the dry ingredients (flour) up to 1 day ahead and store in an airtight container.
Store cooled biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For best texture, reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes before serving. These biscuits can be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw at room temperature and refresh in a warm oven.
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These biscuits do not make-ahead well due to the time-sensitive nature of the vinegar-soda reaction. The dough must be mixed and baked immediately after combining the leavening agents. However, you can measure and sift the dry ingredients (flour) up to 1 day ahead and store in an airtight container.
Store cooled biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For best texture, reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes before serving. These biscuits can be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw at room temperature and refresh in a warm oven.