1 c. plus 2 tbsp. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
Pinch of salt
3 tbsp. Crisco shortening
1/2 c. buttermilk

Mix dry ingredients together. Add 1 tablespoon shortening and fork mix until crumbly. Add buttermilk and fork mix again. Knead LIGHTLY (do not work too much!). Turn out onto board. Flatten dough to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut biscuits with a glass or biscuit cutter. Makes approximately 6.

In 500 degree oven, melt 2 tablespoons shortening in heavy skillet. Put biscuits in the skillet. Cook in oven turning once, 10 minutes.