Fluffy Southern Biscuits

Directions

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   **Preheat oven to 425 degrees**.
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   1. Mix all dry ingredients together in bowl [includes flour(self rising or all purpose), salt, baking powder, and sugar].
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   2. Cut small pieces of butter or shortening into the dry mix. With a fork mash the pieces of butter or shortening into the mix well so that it all becomes small crumbles.
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   3. Add in the milk and beaten egg.
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   4. Stir mixture until dough forms.
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   5. Place dough on lightly floured board and knead dough.
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   6. Cut dough with a biscuit cutter or use a glass that is floured.
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   7. Place biscuit on a baking sheet or a thin pan about 1/2 inch. At this point you can add melted butter on the top of the biscuits.
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   8. Put biscuits in the oven for 10 to 15 minutes(or until they are golden brown).