4 c. self-rising flour
1 tbsp. white sugar
1 tbsp. baking powder
2/3 c. shortening
2 c. buttermilk
1/4 c. buttermilk

Preheat oven to 400°FF (200°FC). Lightly grease 2 baking sheets. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar and baking powder; stir well. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse cornmeal. Add 2 cups buttermilk and mix just to moisten. Roll out dough to 1-inch thick and cut into biscuits. Place biscuits on prepared baking sheets; brush tops with remaining 1/4 cup buttermilk.

Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes or until golden.

Serves 12.