Southern Gal Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Sift all dry ingredients in bowl.
2. 2
   Add shortening and blend until size of cornmeal.
3. 3
   Pour milk into flour mixture slowly.
4. 4
   Add the egg.
5. 5
   Stir to a stiff dough.
6. 6
   Knead on floured surface 5 times.
7. 7
   Roll or pat to 1/2-inch thickness.
8. 8
   Cut with biscuit cutter.
9. 9
   Put in greased 9-inch round cake pan.
10. 10
    Cover tops with 1 tablespoon bacon grease.
11. 11
    Bake in 450° oven for 15 minutes. Makes 9 or 10.