Buttermilk Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Combine first 5 ingredients, mixing well; cut in butter with a pastry blender or fork until mixture resembles coarse meal.
2. 2
   Add buttermilk, stirring until dry ingredients are moistened.
3. 3
   Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface; knead lightly 8 to 10 times.
4. 4
   Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness; cut with biscuit cutter. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
5. 5
   Bake at 425° for 10 minutes or until golden.
6. 6
   Yields 1 dozen.