Flaky Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour, baking powder and salt together into a mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Pour oil and milk into one measuring cup but do not stir. Add all at once to flour mixture.
3. 3
   Stir quickly with a fork until dough clings together.
4. 4
   Knead the dough lightly about 10 times. Place the dough on a piece of waxed paper, 12 x 16-inches.
5. 5
   Pat dough out to about 1/2-inch thick.
6. 6
   Cut with unfloured medium-sized cookie cutter.
7. 7
   Place biscuits onto ungreased cookie sheet and bake at 475° for 12 to 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Yields 12 (2-inch biscuits).