Angel Flake Biscuits

Angel Flake Biscuits

Ingredients

• 4 T. Warm water

• 1 pkg. yeast

• 5 c. flour

• 4 T. sugar

• 1 T. salt

• 1 t. soda

• 1¼ T. baking powder

• 1 c. Crisco shortening

• 2 c. buttermilk

Directions

1. Mix warm water with yeast; let stand while mixing other ingredients.

2. Mix flour, sugar, salt, soda, and baking powder together.

3. Add shortening, buttermilk, and the yeast mixture.

4. Mix well.

5. Place in a slightly greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let stand one hour at room temperature.

6. Place in refrigerator, covered.

7. Knead and shape when desired.

8. Let rise 30 minutes before baking.

9. Bake 10 minutes at 450°F.

*This dough can be kept in the refrigerator four up to a week. When ready to use just follow steps 7 through 9.