BISCUITS
1 pkg. dry yeast
2 tbsp. warm water (105-115 degrees)
2 c. buttermilk
5 c. all purpose flour
Sugar substitute to equal 1/4 c. sugar
1 tbsp. baking powder
1 tsp. soda
1 tsp. salt
1 c. shortening
Combine yeast and water; let stand 5 minutes or until bubbly. Add
buttermilk to yeast mixture and set aside. Combine dry ingredients in
large bowl; cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add buttermilk mixture to dry mixture, stirring with fork until dry
ingredients are moistened. Turn dough out on floured surface and
knead lightly about 3-4 times. Roll dough to 1/2 inch thickness; cut
into 36 rounds with a 2 inch cutter and place on non- stick baking
sheets. Bake at 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Makes 36 biscuits.
Serving 1 biscuit. Exchange: 1 bread and 1 fat.
