1 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/4 c. Crisco
1/2 c. buttermilk
1/2 recipe Hearty Beef Stew

Combine dry ingredients; cut in Crisco until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add buttermilk; stir until dough holds together. Transfer dough to lightly floured surface. Knead lightly 8 to 10 folds. Roll dough to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut with floured cutter.

Heat beef stew until bubbly; pour into 2 quart casserole or oven-proof skillet. Place biscuits atop. Bake at 425 degrees for 12-15 minutes. 4 to 6 servings.