Coconut Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 425°.
2. 2
   Combine flour, coconut, sugar, baking powder and salt in medium bowl.
3. 3
   Cut in shortening with pastry blender (or 2 knives) to form coarse crumbs.
4. 4
   Combine milk and vanilla.
5. 5
   Add to dry ingredients.
6. 6
   Mix with fork until particles are moistened and cling together.
7. 7
   Drop tablespoonfuls onto baking sheet.
8. 8
   Bake at 425° for 12 to 14 minutes.
9. 9
   Yield:
10. 10
    12 to 16 biscuits.