IN CULPEPER, VA., THE TYPICAL HAM "TEA BISCUIT" consists of a thin slice of country ham folded within a soft, yeast roll. At a church social in Wye Mills, Md., country ham is far more likely to be ...

These plain biscuits can be dressed up with any flavourful, relatively dry ingredient, such as herbs, scallions, cheese, dried fruit, or spices. For variations on the recipe, see below. Follow this ...

What is it about plain biscuits – a feeling of virtue in not indulging in sweet fillings and sugary toppings? Or is it the appeal of the residue of the formal, refined English afternoon tea tradition ...

Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 450 degrees. Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. In large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt until combined.