Recipe#2467

Title: Biscuits 09

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Yield: 4 servings
  
 1/2 c active starter
 1 c milk
 2 1/2 c flour
 1/3 c lard or shortening
 1 T sugar
 3/4 ts salt
 2 ts baking powder
 1/2 ts baking soda
 1/4 ts cream of tartar
 The night before, make a batter of the half cup of starter, cup of
 milk, and 1 cup of the flour.  Let set overnight. 
 When ready to mix the biscuits, sift together the remaining cup
 and a half of flour and all other dry ingredients except the baking
 soda.  Work in the lard or shortening with your fingers or a fork.
 Add baking soda dissolved in a little warm water to the sponge and
 then add the flour mixture.
 Mix into a soft dough.  Knead lightly a few times to get in shape.
 Roll out to about 1/2 inch thickness or a little thicker,and cut
 with a biscuit cutter.  Place close together in a 9 x 13-inch pan,
 turning to grease tops. Cover and set in a warm place to rise for
 about 45 minutes.  Bake in a 375 degree oven for about 30 to 35
 minutes.