Angel Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400°.
2. 2
   Dissolve yeast in water.
3. 3
   Sift flour into bowl with other dry ingredients.
4. 4
   Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse corn meal.
5. 5
   Lightly beat egg and add with buttermilk to flour mixture.
6. 6
   Stir until all flour is dampened, then turn out onto lightly floured board or countertop.
7. 7
   Knead 5 to 10 turns (the less kneading the better).
8. 8
   Roll out to desired thickness (3/4-inch is good) and cut into biscuits with floured cutter.
9. 9
   Place in ungreased baking pans or cookie sheet and bake at 400° for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
10. 10
    Serve hot.