SOUTHERN RAISED BISCUITS (ANGEL BISCUITS)

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I first tried Angel biscuits at a family reunion. My sister-in-law made them and I thought my youngest son was going to make himself sick he ate so many. They're awsome.

Provided by Vivian Queen-Chase

Categories     Biscuits

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pkg active dry yeast
1/4 c warm water ( 105-115*f)
2 1/2 c all purpose flour
2 Tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 c butter, melted
3/4 c buttermilk; luke warm
2 Tbsp butter, melted

Steps:

  • 1. Stir yeast into warm water til dissoved. Set aside
  • 2. Combine flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in large bowl.
  • 3. stir 1/2 c melted butter into buttermilk
  • 4. pour wet mixture and yeast mixture into dry ingredients; then stir just until combined (NEVER OVER MIX BISCUITS)
  • 5. knead lightly on floured surface; about 10-12 strokes.
  • 6. roll or pat to approx 1/4" thick and cut with a 2" cutter
  • 7. Place half on ungreased cookie sheet 1" apart
  • 8. brush with remaining 2 Tbsp.melted butter, top with other half of biscuts.
  • 9. Cover and let rise 1 1/2 to 2 hrs
  • 10. Bake 375* for approx 15 min. or until done

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