5 c. plain flour
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. salt
4 tbsp. sugar
2 tbsp. lukewarm water
1 pkg. dry yeast
1 c. shortening
2 c. buttermilk

Combine dry yeast in the 2 tablespoons lukewarm water and set aside. Sift together flour and other dry ingredients, blend into dry ingredients shortening until thoroughly mixed. Slowly add buttermilk and yeast ingredients until mixed. Turn onto floured boards.

Knead until smooth. Roll to 1/2 inch thickness and cut. Let stand 30 minutes and bake at 450 degrees for about 10 minutes or until brown as desired. This dough may be stored for several days in covered bowl in refrigerator or they may be baked and stored in freezer.