Salt-Cured Ham Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 450 F. In a mixing bowl, sift together the dry ingredients.
2. 2
   Using your fingers, cut in the shortening until the mixture is coarse and crumbly.
3. 3
   Add the milk and mix slightly.
4. 4
   Fold in the ham.
5. 5
   On a floured surface, roll or pat out the dough about 1/2-inch thick.
6. 6
   Cut out biscuits with a cookie cutter and bake on an ungreased baking sheet for about 12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.