Lard
50/50 Biscuits
MAKES 8
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Work as quickly as possible when incorporating the bacon drippings and butter so that they stay cold, which creates the distinct biscuit layers we all know and love.
3 cups self-rising flour, plus more for dusting
¼ cup bacon drippings, chilled and cubed
¼ cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 cup whole buttermilk, chilled
1 large egg
1 teaspoon water
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
In a medium bowl, add flour. Using a pastry blender or 2 knives, cut bacon drippings and butter
