Southern Gal Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour, baking powder, salt, sugar and cream of tartar into bowl.
2. 2
   Add the shortening to the flour mixture to blend together until of cornmeal-like consistency.
3. 3
   Pour milk into flour mixture slowly.
4. 4
   Add egg.
5. 5
   Stir to a stiff dough.
6. 6
   Knead five times.
7. 7
   Roll to 1/2-inch thickness.
8. 8
   Cut with 1 1/2-inch cutter. Bake on an aluminum cookie sheet for 10 to 15 minutes at 450°.