Instructions: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. In a large bowl combine the flour, baking powder, soda and sugar. Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender or two knives. Add the buttermilk and knead until smooth and pliable. Roll the dough out on a floured surface to the desired thickness or about 1/2 inch.

Cut with a biscuit cutter and place in a baking pan. Bake for about 12 minutes or until brown on top.

In a saucepan combine the cocoa, sugar, flour, vanilla and water. Cook over medium heat until it boils. The mixture will slowly thicken. Cook for about 10 minutes. Pour over buttered hot biscuits.

Serves 10.

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