Biscuits - Angel

By mariannefeldman

http://www.cookscountry.com/recipes/Angel-Biscuits/8575/&Extcode=N00PIN000

Ingredients

• 1 cup buttermilk, heated to 110 degrees
• 1 envelope (2 1/4 teaspoons) instant or rapid-rise yeast
• 2 1/2 cups bleached all-purpose flour, plus extra for work surface
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 8 tablespoons vegetable shortening, cut into 1/2-inch pieces and chilled
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Preparation

Step 1

1. Using a ruler, make an indentation through the center of each round.

2. Lightly brush half of the dough with water.

3. Fold each round of dough in half; press lightly to adhere.