Southern Buttermilk Biscuits

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1. 1Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. 2Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. 3Step 3: Add the butter and cut it in with a pastry blender until pea-size clumps form.
4. 4Step 4: Push the mixture toward the sides of the bowl to create a well in the center. Pour the buttermilk into the well and mix gently with a fork until just combined. Overmixing will make tough biscuits.
5. 5Step 5: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a rectangle with your hands.
6. 6Step 6: Fold the dough into thirds (like folding a letter: fold the left side over the center, then the right side so it's still rectangular). Roll out to 1 inch thick. Repeat the folding and rolling process twice more, rolling the dough out to 1/2 inch thick on the final time.
7. 7Step 7: Cut out about 12 biscuits with a 2 1/2 to 3 inch cutter. Re-roll any scraps until you have 10-12 biscuits.
8. 8Step 8: Transfer the biscuits to a baking sheet so they are touching each other and the edge.
9. 9Step 9: Bake at 425°F for about 13-15 minutes, until cooked through and golden brown on top.