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Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
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Put self-rising flour in a large bowl.
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Cut in shortening with a pastry blender or two knives until it is the size of grains of rice.
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Add buttermilk and toss gently with a fork until the mixture leaves the side of the bowl - mixture should be very wet and sticky.
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Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead just until the mixture holds together.
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Divide dough into 12 equal pieces and round into a ball.
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Dip each biscuit into melted butter then into one of the desired coating mixtures below.
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Place in an ungreased 12 - inch round pan.
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Once all of the biscuits are in the pan, press the tops slightly so that they spread and are just barely touching.
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If there is any coating left over, sprinkle it evenly on top.
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Bake in a preheated 450 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown.
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Cinnamon/Sugar Coating: In a small bowl combine 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/3 cup granulated sugar and 1/3 cup unbleached flour.
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Herb Coating: In a small bowl combine 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil, 2 tablespoons unbleached flour, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
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Spiciy Coating: In a small bowl combine 1/3 cup finely chopped Cheddar cheese and 3 tablespoons unbleached flour.
