Directions

1. 1. Place the flour in a large mixing bowl and make a well in the center of the flour.
2. 2. Add the starter to the well and the melted shortening, salt, baking powder, baking soda and sugar. Mix lightly and turn out onto a lightly floured board; knead until the biscuit dough reaches the consistency of bread dough.
3. 3. Roll out the dough to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut out the rounds with a floured biscuit cutter or the open end of a glass or cup.
4. 4. Place the rounds about one inch apart on a prepared sheet pan and brush the tops with melted butter.
5. 5. Put a pot of hot water over medium high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil. Place the sheet pan with the biscuits on it over the top of the pot and let the biscuits rise for 30 minutes.
6. 6. Bake at 425 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes.