Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 450°.
2. 2
   Grease baking sheet.
3. 3
   Sift into mixing bowl the flour, baking powder, cream of tartar, sugar and salt with pastry blender.
4. 4
   Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse meal.
5. 5
   Beat egg lightly and add to milk.
6. 6
   Add liquid to dry ingredients and blend until dough holds together.
7. 7
   Turn dough onto a floured board and knead lightly.
8. 8
   Roll 1-inch thick and cut into biscuits.
9. 9
   Bake 12 minutes.
10. 10
    Makes about 24.