Angel Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water; let set 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Stir in buttermilk; set aside.
3. 3
   In large bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, soda and salt.
4. 4
   Cut in shortening with pastry blender; blend until mixture resembles corn meal.
5. 5
   Stir in yeast and milk mixture.
6. 6
   Mix well.
7. 7
   Place on a floured kneading board.
8. 8
   Knead 3 or 4 minutes.
9. 9
   Roll into 1/2 inch thickness.
10. 10
    Cut with biscuit cutter.
11. 11
    Place on cookie sheets.
12. 12
    Brush with melted butter.
13. 13
    Bake at 450°.
14. 14
    Yields 2 1/2 dozen.