4 medium buttermilk biscuits, recipe follows |
2 cups strawberries, hulled and halved |
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar |
1/4 cup honey |
1/4 cup light whipping cream |
4 sprigs fresh mint |
2 cups flour |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon baking soda |
2 teaspoons baking powder |
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar |
1 tablespoon sugar |
1/2 cup vegetable shortening |
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons buttermilk |
egg wash or milk, for glazing |