Delicious Ritz Biscuits

1. 1

   Sift together flour, soda and sugar.

2. 2

   Warm milk slowly; do not overheat.

3. 3

   Dissolve yeast in buttermilk.

4. 4

   Cut shortening into flour mixture as for biscuits.

5. 5

   Stir in buttermilk and dry ingredients.

6. 6

   Turn dough out onto floured board; knead just until smooth.

7. 7

   Roll to 1/4-inch thickness; cut with biscuit cutter. Brush top of each round with melted butter.

8. 8

   Place one biscuit on top of another, making double biscuits.

9. 9

   Cover; let rise about 1 hour until light and doubled.

10. 10

    Bake in 375u00b0 oven for 12 to 15 minutes.

11. 11

    Yields 18 biscuits.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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