Angel Biscuits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 pkg. yeast (or 2 1/4 Tbsp.)
3 Tbsp. warm water
5 c. flour
1/3 c. sugar
2 c. buttermilk
1 Tbsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. soda
1 c. shortening

Preparation

Dissolve yeast in water.
Sift dry ingredients together.
Cut in shortening.
Stir in yeast mixture and buttermilk.
Roll out onto a floured board and cut into biscuits.
Allow to rise 1 to 2 hours before baking.
Bake at 400\u00b0 for 10 to 12 minutes. Dough keeps well in refrigerator.