5 c. flour
1/2 c. sugar
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. shortening
2 pkgs. dry yeast
1/2 c. warm water
2 c. buttermilk

Sift together first 5 ingredients. Work shortening into dry ingredients. Mix yeast and warm water; add to buttermilk. Add the liquid mixture to the dry; mix well.

Place in air-tight bowl and store in refrigerator (up to 2 weeks). REMOVE AND USE AS NEEDED. Let rise 1/2 hour before cooking 10-12 minutes at 450 degrees.