Ingredients

• 1 cup sourdough starter (active and bubbly)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons lukewarm water
• 4 tablespoons shortening
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 1/4-1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup melted butter or 1/4 cup margarine

Instructions

1. Measure sourdough starter into mixing bowl.

2. Add sugar.

3. Dissolve yeast in warm water.

4. Add to starter.

5. Cut shortening into mixture of salt, baking powder, and flour until it resembles coarse cornmeal.

6. Add to starter mixture, stirring well with a fork.

7. Turn out onto lightly floured surface and knead gently, adding more flour if necessary.

8. Roll dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness and cut with biscuit cutter.

9. Dip in melted butter and place in a greased cake pan with edges touching.

10. Cover with a cloth or plastic and set in a warm place to rise for 45 minutes to 1 hour.

11. Bake at 400 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.