Angel Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve the yeast in warm water.
2. 2
   Add sugar and salt; set aside.
3. 3
   Into a large mixing or mixer bowl, sift the flour with the baking powder and soda.
4. 4
   Add the shortening, cut into chunks.
5. 5
   Cut in shortening with 2 knives, a pastry blender or by using your fingers, until mixture resembles coarse meal. Combine the liquid ingredients and stir into the flour.
6. 6
   Mix it thoroughly, but do not knead.
7. 7
   Refrigerate, covered, overnight before using or store for up to 1 week in a covered container like a 1 gallon glass jar. Pinch off enough dough to make the desired number of biscuits and return the remainder to the refrigerator.