This recipe was clipped from either a newspaper or magazine, date unknown but I’d guess 1940s or 1950s judging by the picture on the back. Recipe is typed below along with a scanned copy.
BUTTERMILK BISCUITS
2 c. sifted enriched flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. soda
1 tsp. salt
1/4 c. shortening
2/3 c. buttermilk or sour milk
Sift dry ingredients together. Rub in shortening until mixture is crumbly. Add milk to make a soft dough. Turn out on lightly floured board or pastry cloth and knead gently for 30 seconds. Roll out 1/2 inch thick. Cut with floured biscuit cutter or sharp knife. Bake on ungreased baking sheet in hot oven (475°) for 12 minutes. Makes about 12 biscuits.