Biscuits

7 ingredients
10 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 3 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1/4 c. shortening
  • 3/4 c. fresh buttermilk or sweet milk
  • 1/4 tsp. soda (if buttermilk is used)

Directions

  1. 1
    Measure and sift dry ingredients into mixing bowl; add soda to buttermilk.
  2. 2
    Cut in shortening with blender or fork.
  3. 3
    Add buttermilk and stir well.
  4. 4
    Remove fork and knead lightly to form a smooth dough.
  5. 5
    Toss on a lightly floured cloth or board.
  6. 6
    Roll to 1/2-inch thickness.
  7. 7
    Cut and place on oiled baking sheet.
  8. 8
    Bake 12 to 15 minutes at 450°.
  9. 9
    Serve hot.
  10. 10
    Makes 2 1/2 dozen biscuits.

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