Biscuits - Buttermilk Biscuits

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   Preheat oven to 425 degrees (225 C.).

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   In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda.

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   Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut the shortening into the flour mixture until coarse crumbs form.

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   Add the buttermilk, tossing with a fork wuntil a dough forms.

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   Turn dough out on a lightly floured surface.

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   Gather into a disk.

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   Knead lightly a few times just until smooth.

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   Pat dough to 3/4 inch thick.

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   Using a biscuit cutter or a glass dipped in flour, cut out biscuits.

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    Place the biscuits, 2 inches apart, on an ungreased baking sheet.

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    Gather dough trimmings, pat to 3/4-in.

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    thick, and cut out more biscuits.

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    Bake the biscuits until golden, 12 to 15 minutes.

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    Serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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