Biscuits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 c. sifted all-purpose flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. shortening or butter
3/4 c. milk (approximately)

Preparation

Set oven to 450\u00b0.
Put flour, baking powder and salt into sifter, then sift dry ingredients into a bowl.
Add shortening and cut it in using a pastry blender or two knives.
Add and stir just enough milk to make a soft dough.
Turn dough out on a lightly floured board and knead gently 15 to 20 times.
Roll out or pat dough to 1/2-inch and cut with 2-inch cookie cutter.
Place on ungreased baking sheet.
Bake 12 to 15 minutes until brown.