Hot Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 450°.
2. 2
   Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt.
3. 3
   Cut or rub shortening into flour mixture until particles are as fine as coarse crumbs.
4. 4
   Add milk and stir in with a fork.
5. 5
   Turn dough out onto lightly floured board or pastry cloth and knead just until smooth.
6. 6
   Roll dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness and cut with a floured cutter.
7. 7
   Place biscuits on slightly greased baking sheet.
8. 8
   Bake 10 o 12 minutes.