Bacon-Cheese Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour and sugar.
2. 2
   Cut in shortening with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal; set aside.
3. 3
   Combine buttermilk and soda, stirring until soda dissolves.
4. 4
   Add mixture to bacon, cheese and flour mixture, stirring until all ingredients are moistened.
5. 5
   Turn out dough onto lightly floured surface and knead slightly 4 to 5 times.
6. 6
   Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut with a biscuit cutter.
7. 7
   Place on lightly greased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 10 to 12 minutes.