Homemade Biscuits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Combine flour, baking powder and salt together.
Cut in shortening until well blended.
Slowly add milk, using only enough to make soft dough but not sticky.
Turn dough onto floured board. Knead a few strokes.
Roll 3/4 inch thick.
Cut with cutter or glass or square with knife.
Bake at 450\u00b0 for 15 minutes until done.
Butter tops and serve.