LEMOINE FAMILY RECIPES
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BAKING POWDER BISCUITS - Darlene LeMoine Richards

1 tbsp dry yeast 2 tbsp luke warm water 5 cups flour 1/4 cup sugar 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 cup shortening 2 cups buttermilk

Disolve yeast in lukewarm water and let stand 5 minutes. Sift together dry ingredients and cut in shortening. Add buttermilk and yeast and mix well. Turn onto board and knead 2 or 3 times. Roll or pat to desired thickness and cut into biscuits. Place biscuits onto greased sheet and bake at 450 degrees for 7-12 minutes. Makes 3 dozen.