Baking Powder Biscuits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1/3 c. shortening
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
3/4 tsp. salt
3/4 c. milk

Preparation

Sift all dry ingredients together.
Cut in shortening until mixture is like meal.
Add milk.
Make a soft dough.
Knead lightly on floured board.
Roll out 1/2-inch thick.
Cut with cookie cutter.
Bake on ungreased pan at 450\u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes.