Alabama Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm buttermilk.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   Sift together flour, salt, soda and sugar.
4. 4
   Cut in shortening.
5. 5
   Add buttermilk and yeast mixture to sifted ingredients.
6. 6
   Stir until well blended. Knead and roll to 1/4-inch thick.
7. 7
   Cut with biscuit cutter on greased baking sheet. Place biscuits so they are touching.
8. 8
   Butter the tops of biscuits. Place a layer of biscuits on top of buttered ones.
9. 9
   Let rise at room temperature for 1 hour.
10. 10
    Bake at 425° until golden brown.