• 2/3 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup flour
• 1 Tbs. salt
• 1/2 tsp. freshly fround pepper
• 2 chicken (3 lb. each), cut up
• 1-1/2 cup vegetables oil for deep frying

• Place the buttermilk in a shallow dish.  Combine flour, salt, and pepper in a plastic or paper bag.  Dip the chicken pieces in the buttermilk.  Place one or two pieces at a time in the bag; shake to coat.
• In a large deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat.  Deep fry the chicken pieces, turning frequently, until brown and crisp.  This may take approximately 20-25 minutes.  Drain on paper towels before servings

Makes 8 servings.