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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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