Deluxe Buttermilk Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water; set aside.
2. 2
   Combine dry ingredients; cut in shortening with pastry blender until resembles coarse meal.
3. 3
   Add yeast mixture and buttermilk to dry ingredients and mix well.
4. 4
   Turn dough out on a floured surface; knead lightly 4 to 5 times.
5. 5
   Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness.
6. 6
   Cut with 2-inch biscuit cutter.
7. 7
   Place on greased baking sheet.
8. 8
   Brush tops with melted butter.
9. 9
   Bake at 400° for 12 to 15 minutes.
10. 10
    Makes 3 1/2 dozen biscuits.
11. 11
    May freeze leftovers.
12. 12
    Wrap in foil to reheat at 350° for 15 minutes.
13. 13
    Open foil last 5 minutes.