Name: Angel Biscuits
Yield: Makes 20 to 25 (2 1/2-inch) or 50 to 75 (1 1/2-inch) biscuits
Ingredients: 1 package active dry yeast; 1/4 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons warm water (105°F. to 115°F.); 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 7 cups all-purpose or cake flour; 1 cup vegetable shortening; 2 cups buttermilk

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Angel Biscuits

Traditional biscuits are so intimidating to novices in part because most recipes require you to make them at the last minute. I wanted to come up with something anyone can do, and this is it. The yeast makes the day! The dough is easy to work with, and both dough and baked biscuit can be made ahead.

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