Baking Powder Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Mix dry ingredients, cut in shortening with pastry blender or two knives until consistency of coarse meal.
2. 2
   Stir in milk to make smooth dough.
3. 3
   Turn onto floured board, pat or roll lightly to 1/2 inch thickness.
4. 4
   Cut in rounds.
5. 5
   Bake on ungreased sheet at 450 degrees for 10 to 16 minutes.