Hardee's Biscuits

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 6 ounces shortening
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 1/3 cup water
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt plus 3 teaspoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

1. Mix flour, salt, sugar, baking powder and shortening into fine crumbs.
2. Add buttermilk and water gradually until light and tender.
3. Turn out onto a floured surface. Knead well.
4. Cut out and place on greased baking sheet.
5. Bake at 425 degrees F for 10 to 15 minutes or until brown.