Better Buttermilk Biscuits Recipe

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   In a mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients together with a fork.

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   Cut in the shortening using a pastry blender till mix resembles coarse crumbs.

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   Make a well in the center and add in buttermilk.

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   Quickly fold dry ingredients into buttermilk with your hands till a sticky dough forms.

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   Turn dough out onto floured surface.

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   Gently fold the dough over itself 3 or possibly 4 times to create layers.

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   Roll dough out to 3/4-inch thick.

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   Cut with a 3-inch biscuit cutter.

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   Transfer dough rounds to a sheet pan.

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    Gather scraps and repeat.

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    Make a dimple in the center to help the top rise proportionately.

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    Brush with butter.

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    Bake for 15 min in a preheated 400 degree oven till golden.

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    This recipe yields 6 to 8 biscuits.

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