Digestive Biscuits Recipe

Digestive biscuits are a beloved type of biscuit that originated in the United Kingdom. They were first created in the early 19th century by two Scottish doctors, Dr. Alexander Graham and Dr. James Jackson. The doctors believed that these biscuits would aid in digestion and promote better gut health due to their high fiber content.

Fun fact: The name "digestive biscuit" was derived from the belief that these biscuits would help aid in digestion. However, it's worth noting that modern digestive biscuits are not necessarily scientifically proven to have digestive benefits.

Now let's move on to the recipe!

Ingredients:
- 1/2 lb. Brown Meal
- 1/4 lb. Flour
- 1 1/2 gills Water
- 1 oz. Butter or Lard
- 1 oz. Sugar

Total Cost: 2 1/2 d. (pence)

Time: 5 minutes

Instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the brown meal and flour.
2. Rub in the butter or lard until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
3. Add the sugar to the bowl and mix well.
4. Gradually add water to the mixture, a little at a time, until it forms a dry paste.
5. Knead the dough until smooth and well combined.
6. Preheat your oven to a slow temperature.
7. On a floured surface, roll out the dough until it is very thin.
8. Using a round cookie cutter, cut the dough into rounds. You can also use the rim of a glass if you don't have a cookie cutter.
9. Place the rounds onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
10. Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until they are golden and crisp.
11. Once baked, remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack.

These homemade digestive biscuits are delicious when enjoyed on their own or served with a warm cup of tea or coffee. They have a slightly crispy texture and a subtle sweetness from the sugar. They can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week, but they're so tasty that you'll likely finish them before then!

Similar recipe dishes you might enjoy are shortbread biscuits and graham crackers. Shortbread biscuits are buttery and crumbly, while graham crackers have a slightly sweeter and grainier texture. Both are perfect for snacking or using as a base for delicious desserts like cheesecakes or pie crusts.

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