Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits

• all-purpose flour↗2 cups
• baking powder↗4 teaspoons
• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• shortening↗2⁄3 cup
• buttermilk↗3⁄4 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   heat oven to 425*F.

2. 2

   in large bowl combine flour, baking powder and salt. cut in shortening until crumbly.

3. 3

   stir in buttermilk just until moistened.

4. 4

   turn dough onto lightly floured surface; knead until smooth.

5. 5

   roll out dough to 3/4" thickness.

6. 6

   cut into 8 (2") biscuits, place 1" apart on cookie sheet.

7. 7

   bake for 10 to 14 minutes or until lightly browned.