heavenly biscuits

(1 RATING)
112 Pinches
Shoshone, ID
Updated on Sep 1, 2011

These biscuits are melt in your mouth good. I make them when I want to show some love!

prep time 20 Min
cook time 10 Min
method ---
yield makes 24

Ingredients

  • 2 packages active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • 2 cups warm buttermilk (110-116 degrees)
  • 5 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 cup shortning
  • - melted butter

How To Make heavenly biscuits

  • Step 1
    Dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand 5 minutes. Stir in the buttermilk: set aside. In a large bowl combine dry ingredients. Cut in shortening with a pastry blender until crumbly. Stir in yeast mixture; mix well. Turn onto lightly floured surface; knead lightly 3-4 times. Roll out to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut with 2 1/2 inch biscuit cutter. place on lightly greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 1/2 hours. Bake at 450 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. Brush tops with butter. Remove from pans to wire racks. Enjoy!

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