2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
6 tbsp. shortening or butter
2/3 to 1 c. buttermilk

Cut butter into dry ingredients. Stir in buttermilk. Drop or roll and cut out. Bake at 450 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.