In a large bowl mix 1 1/2 cups of the flour with the sugar, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and yeast. In a saucepan, heat the buttermilk, water and shortening over a low heat, stirring constantly until the shortening melts. Cool 5 minutes, then gradually add to dry ingredients and beat with an electric mixer for 2 minutes at medium speed. Add 1 cup of flour and beat at high speed for 2 minutes. Stir in enough additional flour to make a soft dough.

Turn out on a floured board and knead 5 minutes. Roll dough about ½ inch thick and cut into rounds with a 2 inch cutter or whatever size is desired from 1 1/2 to 4 inches across. Place on engrossed cookie sheets. Cover and allow to rise in a warm place about 1 hour.

Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven 15 - 20 minutes or until lightly browned.

Makes 3 to 5 dozen. May halve recipe.

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These breads recipes are a collection of recipes that I have gathered over the years. If I can remember where I got the recipe from I will try and credit the source. Many origins of These breads recipes are unknown.