Foolproof Baking Powder Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder and salt.
2. 2
   Cut in butter until crumbly.
3. 3
   Stir in milk; knead lightly.
4. 4
   Preheat oven to 400°.
5. 5
   Turn dough onto lightly floured surface.
6. 6
   With hands, pat to 1/2-inch thick rectangle or roll with lightly floured rolling pin.
7. 7
   Cut into 16 squares.
8. 8
   Place on baking sheet.
9. 9
   Bake for 12 minutes, or until browned.