Extra Special Biscuits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Stir together flour, salt, sugar and baking powder.
Cut in shortening, using a pastry blender or two knives.
Add the milk and stir until mixture forms a ball.
Turn out on a lightly floured surface and knead gently about 10 times.
Roll out to 1/2-inch thick; cut into rounds.
Place on baking sheet and bake at 450\u00b0 for 10 to 15 minutes.
Makes 10 (2 1/2-inch) biscuits.