1 pkg. dry yeast
1/2 c. warm water
2 c. buttermilk
4 1/2 c. plain flour
1 tbsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1/4 c. shortening
3 lb. thinly sliced ham, cooked (country ham)

Combine yeast and warm water; let stand 5 minutes. Add buttermilk. Set aside. Combine flour and next 3 ingredients in a bowl. Cut in shortening with a pastry blender until mixture resembles meal. Add buttermilk mixture, stirring with a fork until dry ingredients are moistened. Place dough on lightly floured surface, knead 4 or 5 times. Roll 1/3 thickness. Cut 1 3/4 inch cutter. Cook at 400 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. Can be frozen. 6 dozen.