What is Self-Rising Flour? Self-rising flour is all-purpose flour to which leavening agents and salt have already been added-the equivalent of 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of salt per cup. Self-rising flour is an ideal ingredient for biscuits, gravies, corn bread and other quick breads. Corn meal is at the heart of traditional American dishes like cornbread and fried chicken. Made with enriched white corn meal, our Pearl Milling Company White Corn Meal can help you bring goodness to your family's dinner table. Shelf-Stable.