Quick Food Processor Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 475 degrees.
2. 2
   Put the flour, baking powder and salt in the food processor. Pulse several times to mix.
3. 3
   If your shortening is hard cut it up before dropping on the food processor. Pulse until shortening is in bits about the size of small peas.
4. 4
   Add milk and pulse until dough comes together.
5. 5
   Dump on to a floured board and knead for a minute or two.
6. 6
   Roll to 1/2 inch thick and cut dough with a floured biscuit cutter.
7. 7
   Brush the biscuits with melted butter before baking on a lightly greased cookie sheet for 12-15 minutes.