Orange Tea Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour, baking powder and salt together.
2. 2
   Mix in shortening with fingertips.
3. 3
   Add milk to make a soft dough.
4. 4
   Roll out in a 1/4-inch sheet and spread with an orange filling.
5. 5
   Roll like a jelly roll and cut off in 12-inch slices.
6. 6
   Sprinkle with sugar and grated orange rind over the top.
7. 7
   Bake in moderate oven at 350° until lightly browned.
8. 8
   Makes 18 small biscuits.