Make Ahead Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Mix dry ingredients. (You may use some whole wheat flour in place of white flour.).
2. 2
   Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender or knives.
3. 3
   Dissolve the yeast in the warm water.
4. 4
   Add buttermilk and yeast mixture to the dry ingredients and stir to blend.
5. 5
   Bring dough together on a floured surface and kneed lightly. (No more than 12 times - this is the key to keeping the biscuits light.).
6. 6
   Roll or pat to 1/2 inch thick.
7. 7
   Cut into 3 dozen biscuits.
8. 8
   Bake at 450 for 10 - 12 minutes.
9. 9
   Alternately, place unbaked biscuits on a parchment paper covered baking sheet. Freeze until solid. Store in freezer bags. When you want to use them, remove from freezer and allow to defrost on a baking sheet before baking at 450 for 10 - 12 minutes.