Herbed Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 450°.
2. 2
   Combine first 4 ingredients in bowl. Cut in shortening and butter with pastry cutter or fingertips until mixture forms coarse crumbs.
3. 3
   Add milk and herbs and stir until mixture forms ball.
4. 4
   Gently knead dough on lightly floured surface, making 8 turns.
5. 5
   Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 1/2-inch thickness.
6. 6
   Using a 3-inch round cutter, cut out biscuits.
7. 7
   Place on ungreased baking sheet.
8. 8
   Gather scraps; repeat rolling and cutting.
9. 9
   Bake until biscuits are golden, about 14 minutes.
10. 10
    Transfer to rack; cool 5 minutes.