Big Angel Biscuits

• 1 (1/4 ounce) package yeast
• 1/4 cup warm water
• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 1 cup buttermilk

1. Dissolve the yeast in the warm water and set aside. Mix dry ingredients in order given and cut in shortening until dry and crumbly.
2. Stir in the yeast-water mixture and buttermilk; blend thoroughly. At this point you can cover and refrigerate until ready or make the biscuits now.
3. Turn onto a floured surface and knead lightly, then roll fairly thick (about 1/2 inch) and cut with biscuit cutters; place on a greased pan.
4. Let biscuits rise slightly (about 15 minutes) and bake in a 400 degree F oven until lightly browned. (about 8-12 minutes).

yeast, water, flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, sugar, shortening, buttermilk

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/big-angel-biscuits-201583 (may not work)