Southern Yeast Biscuit Dough

1. 1

   Combine the water and sugar in a small bowl.

2. 2

   Stir in the yeast. Set aside until the mixture becomes bubbly. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and baking soda.

3. 3

   Stir to mix. Cut in the shortening using a pastry blender, a fork or your fingertips until the mixture resembles cornmeal.

4. 4

   Add the yeast mixture and buttermilk. Stir with a large wooden spoon until well mixed.

5. 5

   This will not be a smooth dough.

6. 6

   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough until needed; it will keep about 1 week. Makes about 8 cups of dough.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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