Lucille Mulhall’s Cast Iron Cowgirl Cheddar Biscuits

Miller Brothers 101 Ranch

Lucille Mulhall

Lucille Mulhall, one of the most famous cowgirls of the early 1900s and a performer with the Miller Brothers 101 Ranch Wild West Show. Known for riding, roping and competing alongside men, Mulhall helped give the word “cowgirl” national meaning and remains a standout figure in Oklahoma’s Western history. 

  • Yield: 12 biscuits
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12–14 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 6 Tbsp salted butter, melted

Topping

  • 3 Tbsp salted butter, melted
  • ¼ tsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp garlic powder

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a 10- or 12-inch cast iron skillet, or line the bottom with parchment.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, garlic powder, sugar and salt. Add cheese and toss until coated.
  3. Add buttermilk and melted butter. Stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Drop doug h by ¼-cup portions into the prepared cast iron skillet, spacing slightly apart.
  5. Bake 12–14 minutes, until golden on top and cooked through.
  6. Mix topping ingredients. Brush over hot biscuits as soon as they come out of the oven. Serve warm.

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