Angel Biscuits I

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1/4 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 3/4 cup warm buttermilk (105 to 115 degrees F)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. With pastry blender or two knives, cut in shortening until mixture resembles course crumbs, set aside.
  2. Place warm water in warm bowl. Sprinkle in yeast, stir until dissolved. Add yeast mixture and warm buttermilk to dry ingredients, blend well.
  3. Remove dough to floured surface. Knead dough 10 to 15 times, form into ball. Roll dough to 3/4 inch thickness. Cut into 2-1/2 inch biscuits. Cover and let rise until doubled in bulk, about 30 to 45 minutes.
  4. Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) for 15 minutes or until done.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

533 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 14g 28% DV
Total Fat 28.1g 36% DV
Carbs 65.5g 24% DV
Fiber 8.1g 29% DV
Sugar 26.2g 52% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12379.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 326mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 2.8mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 11.8mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1535.3mg 100% DV
Iron 4.7mg 26% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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