Southern Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Cut shortening into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. 2
   Add milk, mixing just until dry ingredients are moistened.
3. 3
   (If necessary, add additional milk to make soft dough.)
4. 4
   Turn out onto lightly floured surface; knead gently a few times.
5. 5
   Roll out 1/2-inch thick; cut with floured 2-inch biscuit cutter.
6. 6
   For soft, high biscuits, place close together on ungreased cookie sheet; for crusty biscuits place about 1 inch apart.
7. 7
   Bake in preheated very hot oven (425°) for 10 to 12 minutes.
8. 8
   Makes 10 to 12 biscuits.