Basic Biscuits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sifted self-rising flour
1/4 c. shortening (like Crisco)
1/2 to 3/4 c. buttermilk

Preparation

Cut shortening into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add milk to make a soft dough.
Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface.
Knead gently 30 seconds.
Roll or pat 1/2-inch thick.
Cut with floured biscuit cutter.
Bake in a hot 425\u00b0 oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until brown.
Brush tops with butter before baking.
Yields twelve 2-inch biscuits.