1 pkgs. dry yeast
1 c. warm water
1 tsp. sugar
1 c. warm water
5 tbsp. shortening
3 tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
Flour

Add yeast and sugar to 1 cup of warm water; let stand 10 minutes.

In large bowl, put 1 cup warm water; add yeast, shortening, sugar, salt, and 3 cups white flour. Beat well and add enough more flour to make a soft dough.

Let rise; punch down, knead, and let rise again. Make biscuits. Let rise and bake at 350 degrees 1 hour.