Angel Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift dry ingredients together and cut in shortening.
2. 2
   Dissolve yeast in water.
3. 3
   Add buttermilk, then yeast mixture to dry mixture. Stir until thoroughly moistened, then knead in bowl a minute or two (no rising required).
4. 4
   Cut dough in half.
5. 5
   Roll out to 1/2-inch thickness on floured board.
6. 6
   Cut into rounds with cutter and dip in melted butter and fold over.
7. 7
   Bake 24 biscuits on greased 9 x 13-inch pan at 400° for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Baked biscuits freeze nicely.
8. 8
   Also, dough may be refrigerated in plastic bag and kept.
9. 9
   Set out 1 hour before baking.