RAISED BISCUITS 
3 c. flour (plain)
3/4 c. buttermilk
6 tbsp. Crisco
1 pkg. yeast
1/4 c. warm water
3 tsp. baking powder
3 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda

Sift dry ingredients (except baking soda which is added to buttermilk). Add Crisco and mix. Add yeast, which has been dissolved in 1/4 cup lukewarm water and mix. Add buttermilk and baking soda; mix.

Place on floured board. Roll to desired thickness (1/4" to 1/2"). Cut with cutter. Put in lightly greased pan. Brush with melted butter and let rise 1 hour. Bake at 450 degrees for 6 to 8 minutes.

 

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