On Sun, 29 Jul 2007 12:25:29 -0700, "Mitch Scherer" >
wrote:



>than rolling and cutting. If you have a lot of time and energy on your
>hands,

>Continue to beat and fold until dough
>is well blistered (20 to 30 minutes).


Have neither the time or energy any longer!! <vbg> Think I will
have to stick with the old standby, Calumet & baking soda.


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Classic Biscuits

breads

2 cup self rising flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon soda
1 1/2 teaspoon sugar
4 oz shortening
3/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup butter; melted

Preheat oven to 450F.

Cut shortening into dry mixture with a blender. Add buttermilk and
stir until combined.

Knead 15 times on floured board. Add more flour if too damp. Roll
out and cut biscuits. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
Brush tops with melted butter after removal from oven.

Yield: 8 servings


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