ANGEL BISCUITS - 200 YEAR-OLD
RECIPE
 
2 tbsp. sugar
1 yeast cake
1/2 c. lukewarm water
5 c. all-purpose flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 c. milk
3/4 c. vegetable shortening

Dissolve yeast and sugar in lukewarm water. Sift flour, baking powder and salt together. Cut in shortening until thoroughly mixed. Add milk and yeast mixture, work until all flour is moist and mixed. Cover bowl and refrigerate until ready to use, or use immediately.

This dough doesn't need to rise, and will keep several weeks in refrigerator. Take out dough as needed. Bake at once for 12-15 minutes at 400 degrees.

 

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