2 c. flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. sugar (optional)
3/4 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. buttermilk

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Sift flour, baking powder, salt and (sugar). Work in shortening into flour mixture. Add buttermilk. Knead dough until all mixture is smooth. Roll dough out 1/2 inc thick and place on a lightly greased baking pan. Bake 10-12 minutes.