Buttermilk Biscuits

 

This makes 10 biscuits, for more, just double recipe!

 

 

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

2 teaspoons sugar

1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup vegetable shortening (not oil)

3/4 cup buttermilk

In a bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar cream of tartar, and salt. Cut in shortening till mixture resembles small peas. Make a well in the center; add the buttermilk all at once. Stir just until dough clings together. (Do not over stir)

On a lightly floured surface, knead dough gently about 10 to 12 times. Roll or pat dough to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut with floured 2-1/2 inch biscuit cutter. Place biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet 2 inches apart. Bake at 450 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown.