2 c. all-purpose flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. sugar
1/2 c. butter, butter or shortening
3/4 c. buttermilk

1. mix flour, baking powder, salt, soda and sugar in a mixing bowl.

2. Cut in butter or shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. With fork stir in buttermilk to make a soft dough. Turn out onto floured board and knead about 10 times to form a smooth ball. Do not over knead or biscuits will not be tender.

4. Roll out to a 6"x6" square, place on ungreased baking sheet. With knife cut dough into 12 portions, do not separate, leave biscuits in a square. Bake at 400 degrees until golden, about 15 minutes.