2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar (helps biscuits brown)
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tbsp. baking powder
5 tbsp. shortening
1 1/4 c. buttermilk

Mix all dry ingredients, cut in shortening (small pea size). Add buttermilk, blend, turn out on well floured board, pat out to about 1/2" thick, cut with biscuit cutter or small empty tomato sauce can. Bake in well greased pan at 425 degrees until golden brown.