1 pkg. dry yeast
1/4 c. warm water
1 tsp. sugar
3 tbsp. shortening
2 1/2 c. sifted plain flour
3/4 c. lukewarm buttermilk
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt

Dissolve yeast in water. Stir in buttermilk, sugar, soda and salt. Add half of flour and all of shortening. Mix with spoon. Add remaining flour. Mix with hands. Turn out on lightly floured board. Knead till smooth and elastic. Form dough into 1 inch balls. Place 3 balls of dough in each greased muffin cup. Cover tins with damp cloth. Let rise in warm place until doubled in size, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Bake in 350 degree oven for 15 to 20 minutes.