Baking Powder Biscuits

Ingredients

• 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
• 1 Tbs. baking powder
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 5 Tbs. vegetable shortening
• 3/4 cup milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F
2. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt
3. Add shortening and cut into dry ingredients with two knives or pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal
4. Make a well in center and gradually add milk, stirring until a soft dough forms
5. Turn out onto lightly floured board and knead lightly for 30 seconds
6. Roll out 1/2 to 3/4-inch thick
7. Cut with a floured biscuit cutter
8. Arrange on greased baking sheet
9. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown