Angel Biscuits - Master Cookbook Recipe # 100

Instructions

1. Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, combine the yeast, warm water, and 1 1/2 tsp sugar. Set aside until it becomes foamy.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the 2 1/2 cups of flour and 1/4 cup of sugar.
3. Cut in Shortening: Use a fork or pastry blender to cut the shortening into the flour mixture until it looks like coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces.
4. Combine: Pour in the warm buttermilk and the yeast mixture. Stir until the ingredients are well blended and a soft dough forms.
5. Knead: Sift a little flour onto the surface of the dough. Gently knead it 4 to 5 times, adding just enough extra flour to make it easy to handle.
6. Shape: Form your biscuits by either cutting them out with a biscuit cutter or by rolling 1/4-cup portions of dough into smooth balls with your hands.
7. Bake: Arrange the biscuits on a greased aluminum sheet pan. Bake at 500°F for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are a beautiful light golden brown.
8. Finish: Brush the tops with melted butter immediately after removing them from the oven, then turn them upside down on the pan to cool.