Basic Biscuits - From Paula Deen

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400u00b0F.

2. 2

   Dissolve yeast in warm water; set aside.

3. 3

   Mix dry ingredients together.

4. 4

   Cut in shortening. (NOTE: P.S. if you freeze the shortening first, then grate the frozen shortening into the dry mixture it blends perfectly throughout and simplifies the process. This tip supplied by a reviewer).

5. 5

   Add yeast and buttermilk and mix well.

6. 6

   Turn dough onto lightly floured surface and roll out to desired thickness.

7. 7

   Cut with small biscuit cutter and place on greased baking sheet.

8. 8

   Bake for 12 minutes or until golden brown.

No additional tips available.