Wheat Germ Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour, wheat germ, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl.
2. 2
   Cut in shortening with a pasty blender until mixture resembles coarse meal.
3. 3
   Add milk.
4. 4
   Stir until dry ingredients are moistened.
5. 5
   Turn dough out onto a well floured surface and knead 5 to 6 times.
6. 6
   Roll dough to 1/2 inch thickness.
7. 7
   Cut with a 2 inch biscuit cutter.
8. 8
   Place biscuits onto a lightly greased baking sheet.
9. 9
   Bake at 450* for 10 to 12 minutes or until biscuits are lightly browned.