Make Ahead Biscuits

Instant non-fat dry milk

2 C shortening

2 C sugar

6 Pkg. Yeast

Flour

2 tsp salt

2 tsp baking soda

4 TBSP baking powder

Prepare 2 qts. Of milk according to directions.  In saucepan, heat until scalded.  Add shortening and sugar;  stir until dissolved;  cool mixture until luke warm.  Add yeast and stir until dissolved.  Combine enough flour with milk mixture until it's the consistency of pancake batter.  Let rise for 2 hours.  Stir in salt, soda, baking powder and enough flour to make a soft (not sticky!) dough.

Roll out on floured surface to 1/2" thickness.  Cut biscuits with a round 3" cutter.  Place on greased cookie sheets and freeze immediately!  Transfer to plastic freezer bags and seal.  

When ready to use, place desired number of biscuits on greased baking sheet.  Bake in preheated 450 degree oven.  May bake right from the freezer or let stand 10-15 minutes before baking.  Will keep in the freezer for 6-8 weeks!