Angel Biscuits

Dissolve yeast in warm water.

Sift dry ingredients into a large bowl; cut in shortening with a pastry blender.

Add buttermilk and yeast mixture; stir until thoroughly moistened. Turn dough out onto floured board and knead 1 or 2 minutes.

(No rising is required.)

Roll dough out to 1/2-inch thickness and cut with a 2-inch biscuit cutter.

Place on ungreased baking sheet; brush with melted butter and bake at 400° for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.