"These super-light and airy biscuits, with their peppery bite, are as good alongside a hearty dinner as they are for a savory morning treat with jam...."
INGREDIENTS
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4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted, divided, plus 1/2 pound (2 sticks), cut into pieces, softened
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4 cups all-purpose flour
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2 cups cake flour
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2 tablespoons baking powder
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1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 cup vegetable shortening
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2 1/2 cups buttermilk
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1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
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Two (8") cake pans or one (9x13") baking dish