Basic Biscuits - From Paula Deen

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. 2
   Dissolve yeast in warm water; set aside.
3. 3
   Mix dry ingredients together.
4. 4
   Cut in shortening. (NOTE: P.S. if you freeze the shortening first, then grate the frozen shortening into the dry mixture it blends perfectly throughout and simplifies the process. This tip supplied by a reviewer).
5. 5
   Add yeast and buttermilk and mix well.
6. 6
   Turn dough onto lightly floured surface and roll out to desired thickness.
7. 7
   Cut with small biscuit cutter and place on greased baking sheet.
8. 8
   Bake for 12 minutes or until golden brown.