Massachusettes Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 425°.
2. 2
   In a medium bowl stir flour, sugar, baking powder and salt with a fork.
3. 3
   With a pastry bender, cut butter or margarine into the mixture until it is crumbly.
4. 4
   In a small bowl, beat milk and egg with a fork.
5. 5
   Stir into flour mixture just until all of the flour is moistened.
6. 6
   Place dough on a lightly-floured board or counter top and knead gently for 5 or 6 times with a rolling pin.
7. 7
   Roll into a 9-inch circle about 1/2-inch thick.
8. 8
   Cut with a biscuit cutter.
9. 9
   Bake 10 to 12 minutes at 425° or until golden brown.