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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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On one of my many cookbook /recipe searches , I found a cookbook called Americana Cookery. I liked the name , but I loved some of the recipes in it even more. Thought I might place some of them here for safe keeping and to share Ingredients:
1 (1 1/2 ounce) package yeast |
2 1/2 cups sifted flour |
1 tablespoon sugar |
1/2 teaspoon baking soda |
1 teaspoon salt |
3 tablespoons shortening |
1/2 cup buttermilk, lukewarm |
2 tablespoons butter, melted |
Directions:
1. Sprinkle yeast over 1/4 C lukewarm water, DO NOT STIR.
2. Let stand 5-10 min, stir until yeast is dissolved.
3. Sift dry ingredients together.
4. Cut in Shortening.
5. Stir in buttermilk and yeast.
6. Shape into a ball on a lightly floured board.
7. Knead lightly.
8. Roll out to 1/4 inch thick.
9. Cut with a floured 2 inch biscuit cutter.
10. Place half of the rounds on a greased baking sheet.
11. Brush with melted butter.
12. Place remaining rounds on top
13. Brush with melted butter.
14. Let rise until doubled in bulk.
15. Bake at 425* for 10-12 min or until golden brown.
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