Baking Powder Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Combine dry ingredients with shortening and mix with a pastry blender or two knives until the mixture has a coarse cornmeal-like consistency.
2. 2
   Stir in the milk, blending until all ingredients are together.
3. 3
   Turn onto a lightly floured board.
4. 4
   Pat out flat and fold over; repeat about 2 times.
5. 5
   Pat out to desired thickness (about 1/2-inch) and cut into desired shapes.
6. 6
   (This dough is very wet when trying to pat into shape, do not add additional flour.) Place in a well-greased baking dish.
7. 7
   Bake in a 425° oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
8. 8
   Serve hot.
9. 9
   Makes approximately 1 dozen medium size biscuits.