1 pkg. dry yeast
1/2 c. warm water
4 1/2 c. plain flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1/3 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. sugar
2 c. buttermilk
1/2 c. oil

Dissolve 1 package dry yeast into 1/2 cup warm water. In a bowl, mix 4 1/2 cups flour, 3 teaspoons baking powder, 1/3 teaspoon baking soda, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 cup sugar. Add 2 cups buttermilk and 1/2 cup oil. Add yeast to dry ingredients. Knead mixture on floured board 1 to 2 minutes, then turn into greased bowl, turn greased side up. Can be kept refrigerated up to a week. When ready to use, roll or cut biscuits and place in greased skillet. Bake at 400 degrees until brown.