Mom's Country Breakfast

Directions

1. 1
   Begin cooking bacon slowly on medium-low heat.
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   (Closer to low).
3. 3
   BE SURE TO FLIP BACON EVERY 1-10 MINUTES.
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   Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, cream of tartar, & salt.
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   Cut in shortening/oil until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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   Make a well in the center.
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   Add milk all at once.
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   Stir just till dough clings together.
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   Knead gently on a lightly-floured surface for 10-12 strokes.
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    Roll or pat into 1/2-inch thickness.
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    Cut with a 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter or the top of a glass, dipping in flour between cuts.
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    Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet.
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    Bake in a 450F oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden.
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    Let cool or keep warm in 140F-160F oven.
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    When bacon is finished, transfer to paper towels to drain.
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    RESERVE GREASE.
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    Add 2 eggs to skillet with bacon grease, KEEPING EGGS SEPERATE FROM EACH OTHER.
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    Break yolks immediatly & spoon grease over eggs to help them cook.
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    As soon as cooked whites cover top of eggs, remove & drain on paper towel.
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    Do the same with the next two eggs.
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    Serve.
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    Biscuits also go well with gravy.