Angel Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400*F.
2. 2
   Dissolve yeast in water in small bowl and set aside.
3. 3
   Sift flour with baking powder, soda, sugar, and salt into large bowl.
4. 4
   Using a pastry blender, cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse meal.
5. 5
   Add buttermilk and yeast mixture and toss briskly with a fork just until dough holds together.
6. 6
   Knead dough lightly on well-floured surface 1 minute.
7. 7
   Roll to a thickness of 5/8 inch, then cut with well-floured 2 1/2 inch biscuit cutter.
8. 8
   Bake on ungreased baking sheets for 15 minutes or until biscuits are puffed and pale tan.
9. 9
   Serve at once.