Angel Biscuits

1. 1

   Combine yeast and warm water.

2. 2

   Let stand 5 minutes. Add buttermilk to yeast mixture and set aside. Combine all remaining ingredients except shortening in a large bowl.

3. 3

   Cut in shortening with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal.

4. 4

   Add buttermilk mixture, stirring with a spoon until dry ingredients are moistened.

5. 5

   Turn biscuit dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead lightly 4 or 5 times.

6. 6

   Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness.

7. 7

   Cut with a 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter.

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   Place on lightly greased baking sheets.

9. 9

   Cover and let rise in a warm place (85u00b0), free from drafts, for 1 hour.

10. 10

    Bake at 450u00b0 for 10 to 12 minutes or

11. 11

    until browned.

12. 12

    Yields 2 dozen.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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