Baking Powder Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together dry ingredients.
2. 2
   Cut shortening into flour. Add liquid and mix lightly with a fork.
3. 3
   Turn out on lightly floured surface.
4. 4
   Knead gently 1/2 minute.
5. 5
   Roll out dough 1/2-inch thick.
6. 6
   Cut with floured biscuit cutter.
7. 7
   Bake on ungreased baking sheet in very hot oven at 450° for 12 to 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Makes 1 1/2 dozen biscuits.