Buttermilk Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift the dry ingredients together into a large bowl.
2. 2
   Add the cold shortening and work all through the flour with finger tips. Every bit of flour should be combined with a bit of the fat.
3. 3
   Add the buttermilk and stir vigorously until the dough forms a ball. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, Knead lightly for 10 strokes.
4. 4
   Stop just as soon as the dough begins to look smooth.
5. 5
   Pat the dough out to approximately an 8 x 7 x 3/4-inch rectangle.
6. 6
   Cut into 2 inch rounds.
7. 7
   Place on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake in an oven preheated to 500° for 8 minutes.