Buttermilk Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda together and cut in shortening with 2 knives or a pastry blender.
2. 2
   Add cold buttermilk or sour milk.
3. 3
   Mix quickly, knead for a few seconds on lightly floured board.
4. 4
   Pat out to 1/2-inch thickness and cut with biscuit cutter.
5. 5
   Place in greased pan close together for crust on top and bottom only, far apart if crust is desired on sides also. Bake at once in very hot oven (450°) for 12 minutes.
6. 6
   Makes 12 biscuits.