Angel Biscuits

1 pkg. dry yeast
2 T hot water
5 cups flour
1 tsp. soda
3 tsp. baking powder
2 T sugar
1 ½ tsp. Salt
1 cup shortening
2 cups buttermilk *

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Sift dry ingredients into a large bowl. Cut in shortening with pastry blender. Add buttermilk and yeast mix. Stir until thoroughly moistened. Turn dough onto floured board and kneed for 1- 2 minutes. (No rising is required) Roll into biscuit sized pieces. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 400 degrees for 12 – 15 min. or until lightly browned.

* may use 2 c milk with either 2 Tbsp vinegar or 3 Tbsp italian salad dressing in place of buttermilk

note: mix can be made earlier in the day and kept on counter for an hour or so or placed in the refrigerator overnight.