Biscuits For Two - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. all-purpose flour
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. sugar or substitute (optional)
1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
1/8 tsp. cream of tartar
1/4 c. shortening
1/2 c. milk

Preparation

In a bowl, combine dry ingredients.
Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in milk.
Turn onto floured board; knead 1 minute.
Roll or pat dough in 1/2-inch thickness. Cut with a floured biscuit cutter.
Place on greased baking sheet. Bake at 450\u00b0 for 10 to 12 minutes.
Makes 4 biscuits.