angel biscuits (hints from heloise's recipe)

How To Make angel biscuits (hints from heloise's recipe)

• 1

  mix yeast and warm water in separate bowl. do not use water over 110 degs, or it will kill yeast.
• 2

  in large separate bowl, mix together all dry ingredients.
• 3

  cut in lard or shortening until pieces are very small
• 4

  stir in buttermilk and yeast mixture. Either refrigerate dough, or proceed to knead lightly on floured board and roll to 3/4" and cut with a floured biscuit cutter or glass.
• 5

  place in greased pan. Some people like to baste with butter, but as much as I love butter, I don't do this. Let rise for a few minutes.
• 6

  Bake at 400 degs Fahrenheit until light brown, about 12 minutes.
• 7

  Serve with gravy, or buttered with honey or jam, or with a slab of ham or sausage and cheddar cheese...or just enjoy plain..
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