Here are a couple versions.

SHORTENING BREAD

4 c. flour (self-rising)
1 lb. butter
1 c. light brown sugar

Mix flour and sugar; blend in soft butter and place on
floured surface. Roll out to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut out into
desired shapes and bake in moderate oven (325 degrees to 350 degrees) for 20
to 25 minutes.

SHORTENING BREAD

4 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. shortening
1 1/2 c. water

Sift flour, salt and baking powder into a bowl. Add
shortening. Mix with hands or cut in with pastry blender. Add
water and mix. Knead dough; form into a flat loaf and bake for
20 minutes at 450 degrees.