Cheese Angel Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Combine yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar and 2 tablespoons warm water; let stand for 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Add buttermilk to the yeast mixture and set aside.
3. 3
   Combine flour and next 3 ingredients in a large bowl; cut in shortening with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal.
4. 4
   Stir in shredded cheese.
5. 5
   Add buttermilk mixture, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened.
6. 6
   Cover and chill 30 minutes.
7. 7
   Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead 4 or 5 times.
8. 8
   Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness; cut with a 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter.
9. 9
   Place on lightly greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85°) free from drafts 30 minutes.
10. 10
    Bake at 400° for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.