Ingredients
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon shortening3/4 cup buttermilk1/4 cup butter, melted
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, rosemary, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk just until moistened (mixture will be dry).
Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Roll out to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place 1 in. apart on a greased baking sheet. Brush with butter. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
