Heat oven to 475 degrees Place flour in a large bowl. Cut in shortening until crumbs are the size of peas. Add buttermilk until flour is moistened. Turn dough onto lightly floured surface. Knead gently 5-6 times, just until a smooth dough is formed. Roll dough into a 7 inch circle that is about 3/4 to 1 inch thick. Cut out 8 biscuits using 2’ floured cutter. Place on baking sheet approximately 1 inch apart. Bake 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from over and brush tips with melted butter.