Buttermilk Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 450°.
2. 2
   Cut shortening into flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt with pastry blender until mixture resembles fine crumbs.
3. 3
   Stir in buttermilk until dough leaves side of bowl.
4. 4
   (If buttermilk is thick, it may be necessary to add slightly more than 3/4 cup.) Turn dough onto lightly floured surface; knead lightly 10 times.
5. 5
   Roll or pat 1/2-inch thick.
6. 6
   Cut with floured 2 1/2-inch round cutter.
7. 7
   Place on ungreased cookie sheet about 1 inch apart for crusty sides, touching for soft sides.
8. 8
   Bake until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.
9. 9
   Immediately remove from cookie sheet.
10. 10
    Makes 1 dozen biscuits (155 calories per biscuit).