Homemade Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 450°.
2. 2
   Cut shortening into flour until mixture resembles fine crumbs.
3. 3
   Stir in just enough milk so dough leaves side of bowl and round up into ball.
4. 4
   Turn dough onto lightly floured surface. Knead lightly 10 times.
5. 5
   Roll 1/2 inch thick. Cut with floured 2 inch biscuit cutter.
6. 6
   Place on ungreased cookie sheet, about 1 inch apart for crusty side, touching for soft sides. Bake until golden, brown; about 10 to 12 minutes.