Never Fail Fluffy Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together into a bowl:
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   flour, baking powder, sugar, salt and cream of tartar.
3. 3
   Add shortening.
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   Cut in with pastry blender until the mixture looks like coarse cornmeal.
5. 5
   Add milk all at once.
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   Stir just enough to make a soft dough.
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   Turn out onto a lightly floured board.
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   Knead lightly for 30 seconds.
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   Roll out to a thickness of 1/2-inch.
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    Cut with a floured 2-inch round cutter. Place on an ungreased baking sheet.
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    Bake at 450° for 12 to 15 minutes.
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    Makes about 16 biscuits.