Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
2. 2
   Stir together the flour, powered milk, sugar, baking powder, cream of tartar and salt in a medium bowl.
3. 3
   Using a pastry cutter, cut the butter and shortening into the dry mixture until blended thoroughly.
4. 4
   Fold in the buttermilk until the dough comes together.
5. 5
   On a lightly floured surface, turn out the dough and use hands to press into a circle 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick.
6. 6
   Cut out circles with a biscuit cutter or a glass.
7. 7
   Place the biscuits in cast-iron skillets, then brush the tops with the melted butter.
8. 8
   Bake until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.