Sweet Short Biscuits For Shortbread

* Exported from MasterCook *

SWEET SHORT BISCUITS FOR SHORTBREAD

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Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Breads

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 1/2 c A.P. flour-more if needed
1 t Salt
1/2 ts Soda
2 tb Sugar
1 c Buttermilk
6 tb Shortening

Sift flour, salt and soda and sugar together in
med. mixing bowl. Mix in shortening with tips of
fingers; add buttemilk and gently knead into a
semi-stiff ball of dough. (Note: Add more flour if
needed.)

Lift dough onto well-floured work surface, knead
JUST UNTIL SMOOTH and firm enough to handle. Roll or
pat (preferred) to 1/2" thick, and cut with floured
cutter, or with knife, or rim of drinking glass.

Place biscuits on greased cookie sheet, and bake in
preheated 400 F. oven for 10 to 15 min., or until
brown.

Yield: 8 large or 12 small biscuits.



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