Angel Biscuits

5 cups flour
1 tsp. soda
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
3 tbsp. sugar
1 cup solid shortening
1 pkg. dry yeast
2 tbsp. warm water
2 cup buttermilk
Melted butter

Mix flour, soda, baking powder, salt and sugar; cut in shortening. Dissolve yeast in warm water; stir into buttermilk. Add to dry ingredients; mix lightly. Turn dough onto floured surface; shape into smooth ball with hands. Roll out to thin rectangle; fold in half and roll again lightly. Cut with biscuit cutter; place biscuits in greased pan. Brush tops with melted butter; let rise until light. Bake in preheated 450 degree oven for 12 to 15 minutes. Dough will keep for several days in refrigerator.


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