Big Angel Biscuits

• (1/4 ounce) package yeast1
• warm water1⁄4 cup
• flour↗2 1⁄2 cups
• baking soda↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• baking powder↗1 teaspoon
• salt↗1 teaspoon
• sugar↗2 tablespoons
• shortening↗1⁄2 cup
• buttermilk↗1 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Dissolve the yeast in the warm water and set aside. Mix dry ingredients in order given and cut in shortening until dry and crumbly.

2. 2

   Stir in the yeast-water mixture and buttermilk; blend thoroughly. At this point you can cover and refrigerate until ready or make the biscuits now.

3. 3

   Turn onto a floured surface and knead lightly, then roll fairly thick (about 1/2 inch) and cut with biscuit cutters; place on a greased pan.

4. 4

   Let biscuits rise slightly (about 15 minutes) and bake in a 400 degree F oven until lightly browned. (about 8-12 minutes).