Buttermilk Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Add dry ingredients to mixer bowl.
2. 2
   Whisk to blend.
3. 3
   Cut cold shortening and butter into small pieces and add to bowl.
4. 4
   Mix on stir for 1 minute until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Continue on stir while adding the 3/4 cup of cold buttermilk.
5. 5
   Mix just until moistened.
6. 6
   Form dough into a ball and turn out onto lightly floured board.
7. 7
   Knead 5 to 6 times and roll out to 1/2-inch thick.
8. 8
   Cut into 2 inch rounds.
9. 9
   Arrange biscuits on greased baking pan.
10. 10
    Brush with 1 tablespoon buttermilk.
11. 11
    Bake at 450° for 15 minutes.
12. 12
    Yield:
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    16 biscuits.