Plain Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400°.
2. 2
   Sift dry ingredients together, then, using a pastry blender or two knives, cut in butter.
3. 3
   Combine milk and egg and slowly add to flour until mixture is wet enough to hold together.
4. 4
   Turn onto a floured board.
5. 5
   Knead, then roll to 1/2-inch thickness and cut with a biscuit cutter.
6. 6
   Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly golden.
7. 7
   Yields about 2 dozen biscuits.