Riz Biscuits

On one of my many cookbook /recipe searches , I found a cookbook called Americana Cookery. I liked the name , but I loved some of the recipes in it even more. Thought I might place some of them here for safe keeping and to share

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 18
• Yields: 18 biscuits

Ingredients

• 1 (1 1/2ounce) package  yeast
• 2 1⁄2 cups  sifted flour
• 1  tablespoon sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 3  tablespoons shortening
• 1⁄2 cup buttermilk, lukewarm
• 2  tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

1. Sprinkle yeast over 1/4 C lukewarm water, DO NOT STIR.
2. Let stand 5-10 min, stir until yeast is dissolved.
3. Sift dry ingredients together.
4. Cut in Shortening.
5. Stir in buttermilk and yeast.
6. Shape into a ball on a lightly floured board.
7. Knead lightly.
8. Roll out to 1/4 inch thick.
9. Cut with a floured 2 inch biscuit cutter.
10. Place half of the rounds on a greased baking sheet.
11. Brush with melted butter.
12. Place remaining rounds on top
13. Brush with melted butter.
14. Let rise until doubled in bulk.
15. Bake at 425* for 10-12 min or until golden brown.