Ham Biscuits

1. 1

   Sift the dry ingredients together into a warmed mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Cut the lard into the flour mixture with a pastry blender or 2 knives until it is evenly distributed.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, stir the yeast into the buttermilk until it is well blended, pour the liquid into the flour mixture, and stir until blended.

4. 4

   Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and work lightly until the mixture is smooth and evenly textured.

5. 5

   Roll out to about 1/2-inch thick, then cut 1-inch biscuits with a clean, floured metal biscuit cutter.

6. 6

   Place the biscuits on an ungreased sheet pan, cover with a dish towel, and allow to rise for a while.

7. 7

   In the meantime, preheat the oven to 400F.

8. 8

   When the biscuits have risen by about a fourth, bake them for about 15 minutes or until the tops are lightly browned.

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