Sourdough biscuts

1 C unsifted flour 1/4 C shortening
1 T baking powder 1 C starter
1/2 t salt 2 T melted sugar
1/2 t soda 1/2 t sugar (so much?)

Stir together salt, soda, sugar, baking powder, and flour.
Cut in shortening. Stir in starter until it forms soft
dough that cleans sides of bowl. Knead in bowl 30 seconds.
Roll on lightly floured board 1/2" thick. Cut with 2" cutter.
Brush tops with butter. Let rest 15 minutes. Bake at 425
deg. F. for 12 minutes. Makes 16 biscuts.

For whole wheat: Use 1 C whole wheat flour in place of white
flour.

Cinnamon Raisin: Use 1/4 C sugar, add 3/4 t cinnamon and
1/4 t nutmeg. Add 1/3 C raisins.