Baking Powder Biscuits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. salt
3 tsp. baking powder
4 Tbsp. shortening
3/4 c. milk (approximately)

Preparation

Sift flour, salt and baking powder together.
Cut in shortening with 2 knives or pastry blender.
Add milk all at once to make a soft dough.
Place on floured board; knead lightly. Roll out to 1/2-inch thickness; cut with floured biscuit cutter. Place on ungreased baking sheet.
Bake at 450\u00b0 until done, about 10 to 12 minutes.
Makes 14 (2-inch) biscuits.