Angel Biscuits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 pkg. dry yeast
2 Tbsp. lukewarm water
5 to 5 1/2 c. sifted flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
4 Tbsp. sugar
1 c. shortening
2 c. buttermilk

Preparation

Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water.
Sift together dry ingredients; cut in shortening.
Add yeast and buttermilk to dry mixture.
Knead dough until it holds together; roll dough to 1/2 to 3/4-inch thickness.
Cut with biscuit cutter and fold in half. Bake in a 400\u00b0 oven for 15 to 20 minutes.
Dough may be refrigerated or frozen for later use.
Makes 2 1/2 dozen.