2 c. sifted self-rising flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 c. shortening
3/4 c. buttermilk
1/2 c. raisins
Creamy Glaze

Sift dry ingredients into bowl. Cut in shortening until coarse crumbs form. Add buttermilk and raisins; blend well. Place on lightly floured surface. Knead gently 10 to 12 times. Roll dough 1/2 inch thick; cut with biscuit cutter dipped in flour and place on ungreased baking sheet. Preheat oven to 500 degrees. Bake 10 minutes or until brown. Glaze with Creamy Glaze. Makes 8 to 10 biscuits.

CREAMY GLAZE:

1/3 c. butter
2 c. confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 to 4 tbsp. hot water

Melt butter in medium saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat. Add sugar and vanilla, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in hot water to desired consistency.