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Tex-Mex Biscuits
This isn’t even a real recipe, it’s more like me going stark raving bonkers in the kitchen. Nothing new there, I know. Not even sure why I named it Tex-Mex. It seemed like the right thing to do.
Here’s what happened:
I was cleaning out my kitchen cabinets—for the sake of it, let’s pretend I do this more than twice a year—when I ran into an old Bisquick box that still had one cup left in it. Since this stuff is hard to come by in the Netherlands I had to make it count and decided to just knock myself out with it.
Checked my fridge, checked my pantry, threw a bunch of stuff together and here’s what I ended up with.
Ingredients:
1 cup biscuit mix
1/3 cup milk
red/green Jalapeños (canned)
grated cheddar
spring onions
1/2 avocado
sprinkling Mexican/taco seasoning
Keep in mind that I only had 1 cup of bisquick to work with. Double or triple the recipe if you want. Bake them and then bring me some, okay?
Directions:
The Bisquick. Just wondering: am I the only who has serious heartburn issues when I eat stuff like this?
Finely mince a spring onion. Or two if you’re feeling rebellious.
I’ve combined 2 sliced (canned) red with green jalapeños. It gave a wonderful kick. Finely mince them.
Grate some spicy cheddar. This was roughly 1/2 a cup— I usually eyeball the amount.
Man, I love avocado, but it wasn’t meant to be part of this recipe. Initially I wanted to add corn but the moment I realized there was not one lousy kernel to be found anywhere in the house, I decided to try avocado instead.
Not ever having baked with it I wasn’t sure what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised; baking it creates a whole different nutty flavor than what I’m used to when eating it uncooked, very nice.
Finely mince half an avocado.
You’re suffering from knife envy, admit it! Isn’t it gorgeous?
Get yourself a big bowl and combine the Bisquick with a touch of taco or any other type of Mexican seasoning. Just a hint, no more than 1/2 a tsp.
Pour in the milk.
Add the chopped jalapeño, spring onion and cheddar.
Stir until just combined. Looks cheerful, doesn’t it?
Gently stir in the avocado. My pieces were a big on the big side so you might want to chop them smaller.
Line a baking sheet with paper or Silpat and se about 2 tbsp batter to form a biscuit. Flatten them a bit with your fingers. There was enough batter for 9 of them.
Bake the biscuits at 400F (200C) for 12 to 14 minutes, until golden brown.
These were really good, spicy without being too hot. I served them with a big bowl of chili con carne and it was a great addition! Even the kiddo—who usually steers clear from avocado—ate two of them.
They somewhat reminded me of my vegetable cookies. Next time I’ll be trying them with corn and avocado.
| Tex-Mex Biscuits | |
| Ingredients |
1/3 cup milk red/green Jalapeños (canned) grated cheddar spring onions 1/2 avocado sprinkling Mexican/taco seasoning (1/2 a tsp or so) |
| Directions |
Line a baking sheet and use 2 tbsp batter for ewach biscuit. Form 9 biscuits. Flatten them a little with your hand. Bake them at 400F (200C) for 12 to 14 minutes, until golden brown. |
| Meal type: | side dish |
| Servings: | 9 |
| Copyright: | © kayotickitchen.com |
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Can NOT eat the stuff (bisquick)…but could make these with my own *mix* They look so good, and would be great with chili!
@ Elizabethk:
I tried the bisquick stuff not knowing what it was, but can’t say I’m very heartbroken it isn’t sold here. The heartburn usually starts even before I’ve finished eating :)
They look like crumbly savoury scones, what is the texture like?
I was curious so just googled Bisquick- horrible stuff, full of trans-fat yuk!
No worries we needn’t miss out on kays recipe: One cup of Bisquick can be substituted by a mix of the following ingredients: 1 c flour, 1½ tsp baking powder, ½ tsp salt, 1 tbsp oil or melted butter.
I adore biscuit recipes. Yours looks amazing.
@ Vanessa:
And that is exactly what it tastes like. Heartburn inducing. Flour and butter would be a far better choice for this. I would up the butter a bit, though, biscuits can get really dry and flavorless when you don’t use enough butter.
this looks fun! sans Bisquik of couse :) Don’t buy the stuff…but I love the avocado thrown in there…
First time visiting your blog and I just have to say I love it!
Thanks for sharing,
cathy b. @ brightbakes
Considering the wonderful things you usually bake I’m surprised you even own something as vile as Bisquick. ;P (I’ve never tried it but all my American friends have told me to stay away from it).
However, made from real ingredients, this recipe sounds delightful.
I like anything that’s made with avocado.
@ Karohemd:
Like I teach my son, you cannot have an opinion on something until you’ve tried it first. taste is subjective. I’m a firm believer in trying anything once. I also tried Velveeta, wasn’t even too bad for a dip.
In this case I have to admit it is really vile. And heart burn inducing, which is even worse in my opinion.
ps: also tried the Heinz sweet relish. It’s just finely chopped sweet pickles.
I’m always in the search of savory cakes, biscuits, breads you name it! Your vegetable biscuits satisfied that for a while, & now this recipe just came in time!
We don’t have the bisquick, but I’m never short of it! I always have Nigella Lawson’s mix kept it in a container… I should try this soon, but I think I might add an egg to it :)
I use Pioneer Brand biscuit mix because Bisquick gives me a wretched case of heartburn.
http://www.chguenther.com/consumerbrands/pioneer.aspx
I don’t get heartburn when I use this mix, and frankly I find it’s a better product for making quick biscuits. And I like the best and texture better as well.
Not sure if you can get it there, but I’d be willing to send you a box so you could try.
i always have bisquic on hand; it doesnt affect me or my husband. but since it gives you heartburn and is hard to find where you are, i found this “make your own mixes” website with a recipe for a homemade “bisquick” mix, hopefully this helps you :)
http://www.kitchendaily.com/2010/01/29/make-your-own-mixes/?icid=main%7cmain%7cdl9%7clink5%7chttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.kitchendaily.com%252F2010%252F01%252F29%252Fmake-your-own-mixes%252F
These look pretty darn good… not sure why Bisquick is getting such a bad rap. Growing up, it was a staple in our house and wouldn’t have had pancakes without it. Maybe not the healthiest, but it’s not like you eat it every day, for every meal – moderation!
I made them yesterday, I added 1 tbs melted butter and an egg. They were like little cakes but taste yummy!
My son was happy to help in the mixing, & my daughter ate most of them :)
Thank you for posting this!
Just discovered your site… awesome. :)
Bisquick gives me heartburn, too. They made it differently when I was 40 years younger. I believe it used to have beef suet in it, before they switched to trans fats, and lately to something else. I bought a box late last year, so that’s how I know it gives me heartburn now. Going forward, I’m making one of the biscuit mixes which can be found all over the internet, as one of your commenters has already noted.