Mile High Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together flour, sugar, soda, cream of tartar and salt. Cut in shortening with pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal.
2. 2
   Combine eggs and milk.
3. 3
   Add to flour mixture all at once, stirring just enough to make a soft dough that sticks together.
4. 4
   Turn onto lightly floured surface and knead lightly 15 times.
5. 5
   Roll to 1-inch thickness.
6. 6
   Cut with floured 2-inch cutter and place on ungreased baking sheet.
7. 7
   Bake at 450° for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.