Buttery Baking Powder Biscuits

Directions

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   1. Combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Add whipping cream all at once. Using a fork, stir just until moistened.
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   2. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Quickly knead by gently folding and pressing dough 10 or 12 strokes. Pat or lightly roll dough to an 8-inch square. Cut into 16 squares.
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   3. Place biscuits 1 inch apart on a large ungreased cooking sheet. Brush tops with the melted butter. Bake in a 425 degree oven about 12 minutes or until golden. Remove from cookie sheet; serve hot.