Carolyn's Angel Biscuits

Prep Time: 20 min.
Baking Time: 20 min.

Ingredients:

• 1 - package dry yeast
• 1/4 - cup warm water
• 2-1/2 - cups all-purpose flour
• 1 - teaspoon baking powder
• 1 - teaspoon salt
• 1/4 - cup sugar
• 1/2 - cup shortening
• 1 - cup buttermilk

Directions:

1. In a small bowl, you want to dissolve yeast in 1/2 - cup warm water.  Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.  Stir in shortening.
3. Stir in buttermilk and yeast.  Blend thoroughly.
4. Turn on cutting board and kneed lightly.
5. Roll out and cut with biscuit cutter.
6. Place on cookie sheet.  Let biscuits rise for 5 minutes.
7. Bake for 20 minutes or until light brown.