Basic Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
2. 2
   In a large mixing bowl sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening with fork or pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. 3
   Pour milk into flour mixture while stirring with a fork. Mix in milk until dough is soft, moist and pulls away from the side of the bowl.
4. 4
   Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and toss with flour until no longer sticky. Roll dough out into a 1/2 inch thick sheet and cut with a floured biscuit or cookie cutter. Press together unused dough and repeat rolling and cutting procedure.
5. 5
   Place biscuits on ungreased baking sheets and bake in preheated oven until golden brown, about 10 minutes.