Yeast Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Pour 1/4 cup
2. 2
   water in small bowl.
3. 3
   Sprinkle yeast over it; let set.
4. 4
   Pour milk and 3 cups water in large mixing bowl. Stir in sugar and salt.
5. 5
   Then stir yeast in 1/4 cup water.
6. 6
   Stir sifted flour in bowl until it is the right consistency.
7. 7
   Add shortening and stir.
8. 8
   Place dough on floured board and knead. Place in greased Dutch oven, turning over so the top is greased. Let rise 1 hour and 45 minutes or until double in bulk.
9. 9
   Punch down and rise 1 more hour.
10. 10
    Make into biscuits; place in baking pan.
11. 11
    Let rise 1 hour or until doubled.
12. 12
    Bake in 425° oven until browned.
13. 13
    To raise the dough, place dish towel over top of pan. Place it on oven rack with a pan of hot water underneath.