Mom'S Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Combine dry ingredients.
2. 2
   Cut in shortening.
3. 3
   add just enough milk to make the mixture moist, you probably won't use the full 1/2 cup.
4. 4
   Knead lightly until smooth. Don't over do it. If you do, you will have a hard flat biscut instead of one that is light and fluffy.
5. 5
   Press dough flat to 1/2 inch. Cut into 2 inch circles.
6. 6
   Place biscuits shoulder to shoulder on ungreased baking sheet.
7. 7
   Bake at 425 for 8-10 minutes.