2 pkg. dry yeast
1/4 c. warm water
2 tbsp. sugar
1 c. shortening
4 1/2 c. self-rising flour
1 1/2 c. buttermilk
(More if needed to make a soft dough)

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Cut in shortening with a pastry blender. Add sugar to flour and mix with shortening until soft dough. Turn out on floured board and knead about 2 minutes. Roll out and cut with biscuit cutter. This works better if dough is covered and refrigerated several hours. Brush biscuits with melted butter and bake at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes.