Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. all-purpose flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2/3 c. shortening
3/4 c. buttermilk

Preparation

Heat oven to 425\u00b0.
In large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt.
Cut in shortening until crumbly.
Stir in buttermilk just until moistened.
Turn dough onto lightly floured surface.
Knead until smooth (1 minute).
Roll out dough to 3/4-inch thickness.
Cut into 8 (2-inch) biscuits; place 1-inch apart on cookie sheet.
Bake for 10 to 14 minutes or until lightly browned.