Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour, baking powder, salt, sugar and cream of tartar into bowl.
2. 2
   Add the shortening to flour mixture and blend together until of corn meal-like consistency.
3. 3
   Pour milk into flour mixture slowly.
4. 4
   Add the egg; stir to stiff dough.
5. 5
   Knead five times; roll and cut.
6. 6
   Bake on a cookie sheet at 450° for 10 to 15 minutes. These biscuits can be cut out, placed on sheet and frozen, then baked as usual as needed.