Angel Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in water.
2. 2
   Sift together dry ingredients; cut in shortening with pastry blender.
3. 3
   Add yeast mixture and buttermilk to dry ingredients.
4. 4
   Turn dough out onto floured surface and knead lightly.
5. 5
   Refrigerate dough until needed.
6. 6
   Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness; cut into rounds with a 2-inch biscuit cutter.
7. 7
   Fold in half, as for pocketbook rolls, if desired.
8. 8
   Bake on lightly greased cookie sheet at 400° for 20 minutes.
9. 9
   Yield: About 3 dozen.