Beaten Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift sugar and salt with flour.
2. 2
   Blend in shortening and add just enough milk to make a very stiff dough.
3. 3
   Knead on floured board until dough becomes soft and pliable.
4. 4
   Run through a meat grinder or beat steadily with a wooden mallet for 30 minutes or until dough blisters, keeping edges turned in.
5. 5
   Roll to 1/2-inch thickness; cut with biscuit cutter.
6. 6
   Prick with fork and bake in moderate (350°) oven for 30 minutes.
7. 7
   Should be a delicate ivory color.