Flaky Biscuits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. shortening
2/3 c. milk
1 Tbsp. baking powder

Preparation

Sift dry ingredients together.
Add milk to mixture.
Stir together.
Put on lightly floured board or pastry sheet.
Knead for 1/2 minute or so.
Press to 1/2 inch thick for fluffy biscuits.
Cut with biscuit cutter.
Place on a greased cookie sheet.
Bake 12 to 15 minutes at 350\u00b0.