1 pkg. dry yeast
1/4 c. warm water, 105-115 degrees)
2 1/2 c. self rising flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. sugar
1/2 c. Crisco
1 c. buttermilk

Dissolve yeast in warm water; set aside. Combine dry ingredients in a mixing bowl, cut in Crisco until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add buttermilk, mixing well. Add yeast mixture. Mix until dough forms a ball. Cover and chill overnight. Turn dough out on a lightly floured surface and roll to 1/2" thickness. Cut with 2 1/2" biscuit cutter. Place on a lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes or until light brown. Serves 18 approximately.