Baking Powder Biscuits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
4 Tbsp. butter or other shortening
3/4 c. milk

Preparation

Sift the dry ingredients together. Add the butter, working in with a fork. Add the milk to make a soft dough. Place on a floured board and toss lightly until the outer surface looks smooth. Roll out 1/2-inch thick and cut with floured biscuit cutter. Place on a greased pan and bake in a hot oven (475\u00b0) for 12 minutes.