Recipe from The Black Family Reunion Cookbook

COCONUT BISCUITS

Inspired by the Black Family Reunion Celebrations, held in seven cities every summer, this book reflects the local, national, and international heritage of the African American community. With first-person reminiscences and recipes from celebrities like Wilma Rudolph, Natalie Cole, Esther Rolle, and Patti LaBelle, this cookbook offers a delightful diversity of over 250 dishes.

The Black Family Reunion Cookbook: Recipes and Food Memories from the National Council of Negro Women, Inc
By National Council of Negro Women
Simon & Schuster Books

Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup flake coconut, toasted
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup Crisco Shortening
1 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Preparation:

1. Heat oven to 425°F. Grease baking sheet.

2. Combine flour, coconut, sugar, baking powder and salt in medium bowl. Cut in shortening using pastry blender (or two knives) to form coarse crumbs.

3. Combine milk and vanilla. Add to dry ingredients. Mix with fork until particles are moistened and cling together. Drop tablespoonfuls onto baking sheet
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4. Bake at 425°F for 12 to 14 minutes.