Begin by putting 1/2 cup shortening in the refrigerator.
Preheat oven to 400ºF
2 1/3 cups flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 Tbl. sugar
1 tsp. dried thyme
3/4 tsp. salt
Combine above and add:
1/2 cup chilled shortening
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 Tbl. melted butter
4 slices cooked, chopped bacon
Pat dough into 8-inch circle and cut circles. Bake 10-11 minutes. Serve warm.
Makes about 12
