Feather Biscuits

1. 1

   Dissolve yeast in warm water.

2. 2

   Stir yeast into buttermilk; mix well and set aside.

3. 3

   Combine flour and sugar.

4. 4

   Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse meal.

5. 5

   Add buttermilk mixture; stir until dry ingredients are moistened.

6. 6

   Cover; let rise in a warm place until doubled.

7. 7

   Or cover bowl tightly and store in refrigerator until needed.

8. 8

   (Dough may be stored for up to 3 days.)

9. 9

   Punch dough down; turn dough out on a lightly floured surface.

10. 10

    Knead lightly 3 or 4 times.

11. 11

    Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness; cut with a 2-inch biscuit cutter.

12. 12

    Place biscuits on lightly greased baking sheets.

13. 13

    Bake at 450u00b0 for 10 to 12 minutes. Yields 3 dozen.

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