1 pkg. dry yeast
2 tbsp. lukewarm water
5 c. all purpose flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
4 tbsp. sugar
1 c. shortening
2 c. buttermilk

Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water. Sift together dry ingredients. Cut in shortening. Add yeast and buttermilk to the sifted dry ingredients. Knead dough enough to hold together. Roll dough out to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut out biscuits with a biscuit cutter and fold in half as a pocket book. Let biscuits rise for 2 hours if they are left out after the dough is made, 3 hours if they are refrigerated first. Brush with melted butter and bake at 400°F for approximately 20 minutes.