Flaky Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together in a large bowl flour, baking powder, salt, sugar and cream of tartar.
2. 2
   Cut in buttermilk until bits are the size of medium peas.
3. 3
   Mix in milk only until ingredients are blended.
4. 4
   Do not overmix.
5. 5
   Form into a ball.
6. 6
   Pat out on floured board to 3/4-inch thickness.
7. 7
   Cut into biscuits using 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter.
8. 8
   Place on ungreased cookie sheet or in a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan.
9. 9
   Bake at 475° for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 10 biscuits.