Southern Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 450°.
2. 2
   In a medium bowl, mix flours, baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
3. 3
   With a pastry blender, cut in shortening until mixture resembles course crumbs.
4. 4
   With a fork, stir in milk just until mixture forms a soft dough and leaves side of bowl.
5. 5
   On a lightly floured surface, with floured hands, knead dough 10 times.
6. 6
   Pat dough into a 5 x 5-inch square.
7. 7
   Cut into four 2 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch squares.
8. 8
   Cut each square into 2 triangles. Place triangles, about 1/2-inch apart, on a large cookie sheet. Brush with beaten egg and bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
9. 9
   Makes 8 biscuits.