Southern Raised Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Mix dry ingredients together in a large bowl; set aside. Dissolve yeast in slightly warmed buttermilk.
2. 2
   Add buttermilk mixture and oil to flour mixture.
3. 3
   Stir gently and quickly until mixed.
4. 4
   Turn dough onto a lightly floured board and knead gently 20 to 30 times.
5. 5
   Roll out or pat to a 1/4-inch thickness.
6. 6
   With a floured 1-inch biscuit cutter, make 60 biscuits, then brush each biscuit with oil.
7. 7
   Place 30 biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet. Place another biscuit on top of each.
8. 8
   Cover and let rise in a warm place (about 85°) for about 2 hours.
9. 9
   Preheat oven to 375°.
10. 10
    Bake 12 to 15 minutes.
11. 11
    Makes 30 servings.