Southern Biscuits

2 C. self-rising flour

1/4 C. shortening

1 C. buttermilk

Preheat oven to 400° F.

Add the shortening to the flour and cut in with a pastry cutter until well blended. Pour in buttermilk and mix until a dough is formed.

Place dough on a lightly floured board and knead a couple of times. Roll out the dough to 1/2 inch thickness and cut with a 2 inch biscuit cutter.

Bake on a greased baking sheet for 10 - 12 minutes.