1 cake or pkg, yeast
2 tbsp. lukewarm water
1 c. shortening (Crisco)
1 tsp. baking powder
4 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
2 c. buttermilk

Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water. Sift together dry ingredients. Cut in shortening. Add yeast and buttermilk to dry mixture. Add 2 1/2 cups of flour or enough (more) to make soft like biscuits. Knead well and roll dough on board 1/2 to 1/4 inch thick. Cut with biscuit cutter and fold in half for pocketbook rolls. They are better if chilled before rolling out. I keep them overnight if chilled well.