Baking-Powder Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Into 2 cups of sifted pastry flour, sift and mix one level teaspoon of salt and four level teaspoons baking powder.
2. 2
   Chop in one level tablespoon chilled shortening or butter, wet to a stiff dough with about three-fourths cup milk or half water and half milk.
3. 3
   Toss out on a floured board, pat it down and roll one-half inch thick.
4. 4
   Cut into small rounds and bake in a hot oven (450 F).