Baking Powder Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift dry ingredients together.
2. 2
   Cut in shortening with two knives or pastry blender.
3. 3
   Mix in just enough milk to make soft dough, not too wet.
4. 4
   Turn out on lightly floured board.
5. 5
   Pat out to 1/2 to 3/4-inch thickness.
6. 6
   Cut with floured cutter.
7. 7
   Bake on a greased cookie sheet 15 to 20 minutes at 375° to 400°.
8. 8
   Serve hot with butter.
9. 9
   Yield:
10. 10
    12 to 16 biscuits.