5 c. all-purpose flour
3/4 c. vegetable shortening
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
3 tbsp. sugar
1 cake yeast
1/2 c. lukewarm water
2 c. buttermilk

Sift dry ingredients together and cut in shortening thoroughly. Add buttermilk and yeast dissolved in water. Mix well, then cover and put in refrigerator and use as needed.

When ready to use take out amount needed and roll out on floured board to 1/2 to 3/4 inches thickness. Cut biscuits and bake at 400 degrees on cookie sheet for 12 minutes. Dough will keep several days in refrigerator.