Angel Biscuits

ANGEL BISCUITS
2 1/2 cups flour
1/4 cup warm water
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1/8 cup sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1 pkg. dry yeast
1 cup buttermilk (or 1 Tbsp. lemon juice or vinegar placed in a cup with enough milk to make 1 cup - let stand at least 5 minutes before using)
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Dissolve yeast in the warm water and set aside. Mix the dry ingredients in the order given, cutting in shortening. Stir in the milk and yeast water. Blend thoroughly and turn out onto floured board and knead lightly. Roll out to about 1-inch thickness and cut for biscuits. Place on greased pan, let rise slightly and then bake in 400' oven until lightly brown.