2 c. flour
3 ts. baking powder
1/2 ts. salt
1/2 c. shortening
3/4 c. milk
In a mixing bowl, thoroughly stir together flour,
baking powder, and salt. Cut in shortening with a pastry
blender or fork til mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Make a well in the senter of the dry mixture; add milk
all at once. Stir with a fork just til the doough clings
together and follows the fork around the bowl. Turn the
dough out onto a lightly floured surface; knead it gently
10-12 strokes. Roll or pat the dough to 1/2" thick.
Cut the dough with a floured 2 1/2" biscuit cutter,
rerolling as needed. Place on ungreased baking sheet;
bake at 450 for 12 min. or until golden brown.
Makes 8
