Buttermilk Biscuits

• Self-rising flour (sifted)2 cups
• Baking soda¼ tsp
• Salt¼ tsp
• Sugar (optional)1 tbsp
• Shortening⅓ cup
• Buttermilk1 cup + 2 tbsp
• All-purpose flour (for shaping)½ cup
• Butter, melted (optional)¼ cup

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1. 1Preheat oven to 450°F with the rack in the highest position; grease a cookie sheet.
2. 2Whisk self-rising flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.
3. 3Cut shortening into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
4. 4Fold in buttermilk gradually until flour is just moistened; let the dough rest for 3–5 minutes. 3:00
5. 5Place all-purpose flour on a plate; flour your hands and scoop 3 tbsp of dough into your palm.
6. 6Sprinkle dough with flour and toss gently between hands to coat; shape into a smooth ball.
7. 7Place biscuits on the pan with sides touching and flatten slightly to 1-inch thickness.
8. 8Brush tops with melted butter and bake for 12–16 minutes until golden brown. 12:00