Buttermilk Buscuits

We love these biscuits. They are so tasty. MMMMM.

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour                                                1tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder                                                     1/3 cup shortening (butter, softened)
1/2 tsp. baking soda                                                            1 cup buttermilk

1. Sift flour, measure and resift 3 times with the rest of the dry ingredients, into a mixing bowl. (I don't usually sift but, maybe once). 
2. Cut in the shortening. (I use my hands. I've never been very successful with a pastry cutter).
3. Stir in buttermilk with a fork.
4. When thoroughly mixed, turn onto a floured board, knead 8-10 times, and roll out from 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
5. Cut with a floured biscuit cutter or glass, and place on a greased baking sheet (I use a pizza stone). 
6. Could brush the tops with melted butter.
7. Bake in  a 450 degree oven for 10-15 minutes. 
8. Makes 14-16 2 1/4 inch biscuits.