Buttermilk Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Set aside 1/4 cup of the flour.
2. 2
   Cut shortening into remaining flour.
3. 3
   Add soda to buttermilk, and stir into flour mixture.
4. 4
   Use the 1/4 cup flour you set aside to flour board or counter and knead the dough.
5. 5
   When the dough is easier to work with, roll it out to about 1/2 inch thick.
6. 6
   (Don't knead long at all, it will make the biscuits tough.
7. 7
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8. 8
   Cut with floured round cutter.
9. 9
   Bake at 400 degrees F until brown - about 10-12 minutes.
10. 10
    NOTE: I have made these ahead and refrigerated or frozen them.