Fluffy Buttermilk Biscuits with Blueberry Jam

Instructions

Make the jam

1. 1 Add the blueberries, sugar and water to a heavy-bottomed pot.
2. 2 Cook over low heat until the berries begin to burst.
3. 3 Mash the berries with a slotted spoon to help them along, then simmer until the liquid reduces to a syrup.
4. 4 Let the jam cool slightly so it is still warm when serving.

Make the biscuits

5. 5 Preheat the oven to 450°F and line a half sheet tray.
6. 6 In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and kosher salt until well combined.
7. 7 Lightly rub the frozen butter into the dry ingredients, working quickly so the butter stays cold.
8. 8 Make a well in the center, add the cold buttermilk, and use your fingertips to barely bring everything together.
9. 9 Turn the sticky dough out onto a lightly floured surface and fold it over on itself 5 to 6 times.
10. 10 Press the dough loosely into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
11. 11 Cut into loose squares by pressing the knife straight down without dragging it, to preserve the layers.
12. 12 Place the biscuits on the lined tray and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until golden on top.
13. 13 Serve hot with lots of butter and the blueberry jam.