FANCY BISCUITS

1 (1/4 oz pkg.) active dry yeast
2 tbsp warm water (110 degrees F)
5 cups all-purpose or whole wheat flour
3 tbsp sugar
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 cup softened butter or vegetable oil
2 cups buttermilk

Dissolve yeast in warm water and set aside.

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Cut in butter or stir in oil. Make a well in center, and add buttermilk and yeast mixture, incorporating them gradually into dough with a wooden spoon. Batter will be sticky. Refrigerate dough in tightly closed plastic bag or bowl until ready to use. Do not allow dough to rise.

WHEN READY TO BAKE:
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Lightly grease baking sheets.

Knead dough, adding enough flour to keep it from sticking when it is rolled out. Roll to 1/2-inch thickness and cut into desired shape. Place on prepared baking sheets.

Bake 10 minutes.

Makes 36
Source: Houston Chronicle