Southern Angel Biscuits(Regular Recipe) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 pkg. active dry yeast
1/4 c. warm water (110~ to 115~)
3 1/2 to 3 3/4 c. all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. buttermilk
1 egg, beaten

Preparation

Dissolve the yeast in warm water; set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, mix 3 1/2 cups of flour with other dry ingredients; cut in shortening.
Stir in buttermilk, yeast mixture and egg; blend thoroughly.
Turn out onto a lightly floured surface; knead slightly, adding remaining flour, if necessary.
Roll out dough to 1/2-inch thickness.
Cut with a 2-inch biscuit cutter, dipping cutter into flour as needed.
Place on a lightly greased baking sheet; let dough rise slightly.
Bake at 400\u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
Yield:
about 24 biscuits.