Cinnamon Buttermilk Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 450 degrees.
2. 2
   Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off.
3. 3
   In large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon and baking soda.
4. 4
   Using pastry blender or fork, cut in shortening until mixture resembles course crumbs; stir in raisins.
5. 5
   Stirring with fork, add buttermilk until mixture leaves sides of bowl and soft dough forms.
6. 6
   Turn dough onto floured surface and knead lightly until no longer sticky.
7. 7
   Roll out 1/2
8. 8
   inch thick and cut with floured 2 1/2 inch cutter.
9. 9
   Place on ungreased cookie sheet with sides touching.
10. 10
    Bake at 450 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes or until light golden brown.
11. 11
    Cool 5 minutes on wire rack and frost. Serve immediately.