Biscuits
["2 c. flour", "1 tsp. salt", "3 tsp. baking powder", "1 Tbsp. sugar", "1/4 c. shortening", "3/4 c. fresh buttermilk or sweet milk", "1/4 tsp. soda (if buttermilk is used)"]
["Measure and sift dry ingredients into mixing bowl; add soda to buttermilk.", "Cut in shortening with blender or fork.", "Add buttermilk and stir well.", "Remove fork and knead lightly to form a smooth dough.", "Toss on a lightly floured cloth or board.", "Roll to 1/2-inch thickness.", "Cut and place on oiled baking sheet.", "Bake 12 to 15 minutes at 450\u00b0.", "Serve hot.", "Makes 2 1/2 dozen biscuits."]
["flour", "salt", "baking powder", "sugar", "shortening", "fresh buttermilk", "soda"]