Cornmeal Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 450°.
2. 2
   Stir together flour and cornmeal.
3. 3
   Cut in shortening until mixture looks like meal.
4. 4
   Stir in milk to make soft dough.
5. 5
   Round up on lightly floured board (or wax paper). Knead lightly.
6. 6
   Roll or pat out to 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick.
7. 7
   Cut into biscuit or diamond shapes with floured knife.
8. 8
   Place on ungreased baking sheet, close together for biscuits with soft sides or 1 inch apart for crusty sides.
9. 9
   Bake 12 to 15 minutes.
10. 10
    Makes 12.