Baking Powder Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour, baking powder, salt, sugar and cream of tartar into a mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Add the shortening to the flour mixture and blend together until cornmeal-like consistency.
3. 3
   Pour milk into flour mixture slowly.
4. 4
   Add the egg and stir all together until a stiff dough.
5. 5
   Put on a lightly floured board and knead 5 times. Roll out to one-half inch thickness; cut with a floured biscuit cutter.
6. 6
   Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet for 10 to 15 minutes at 400°.