1 pkg. active dry yeast
2 tbsp. warm water
5 c. flour, sifted
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tbsp. baking powder
4 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1 c. vegetable shortening
1 1/2 to 2 c. buttermilk
melted butter

Preheat oven to 400°F. Dissolve yeast in water. Sift flour with other dry ingredients. Cut in shortening. Add buttermilk, a little at a time, and yeast mixture to flour mixture. Combine well, adding more buttermilk or flour as necessary, to make a soft, yet workable dough. Knead gently for a few minutes on a floured board. Roll out to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut with biscuit cutter. Brush with melted butter. Place on lightly greased baking pan and bake 12 to 15 minutes. Dough keeps several days in refrigerator.