Flaky Freezer Biscuits

* Exported from MasterCook *

Flaky Freezer Biscuits

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Serving Size : 41 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Breads

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 Pkg. yeast(1tablespoon)
2 tb Sugar
1/4 c Warm water
5 c Flour
3 tb Sugar
1 tb Baking powder
1 t Baking soda
1 t Salt
1 c Butter or margarine
2 c Buttermilk

In a small bowl combine yeast and sugar in water. Set
aside for 10 min. In a large bowl mix flour, sugar,
baking powder, soda and salt. Cut in butter to form a
crumbly mixture. Stir in yeast mixture and
buttermilk. Mix just enough to hold dough together.
Roll dough 3/4 in. thick on floured surface. Cut out
biscuits with the top of a glass or a cutter. Prick
tops with fork. Freeze separately on cookie sheet.
After biscuits are frozen, stack and wrap well.
Before baking let rise until doubled in size. Bake at
425F for 15 mins. on a lightly greased cookie sheet.
Makes 3-4 dozen. Grated Cheddar cheese may be added to
soft dough for flaky cheese biscuits.



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