Ham Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift the dry ingredients together into a warmed mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Cut the lard into the flour mixture with a pastry blender or 2 knives until it is evenly distributed.
3. 3
   In a separate bowl, stir the yeast into the buttermilk until it is well blended, pour the liquid into the flour mixture, and stir until blended.
4. 4
   Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and work lightly until the mixture is smooth and evenly textured.
5. 5
   Roll out to about 1/2-inch thick, then cut 1-inch biscuits with a clean, floured metal biscuit cutter.
6. 6
   Place the biscuits on an ungreased sheet pan, cover with a dish towel, and allow to rise for a while.
7. 7
   In the meantime, preheat the oven to 400F.
8. 8
   When the biscuits have risen by about a fourth, bake them for about 15 minutes or until the tops are lightly browned.