Hearty Multi-Grain Biscuits

By MissHeather

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup shortening
• 1/2 cup quick cooking oats
• 3/4 cup skim milk, approximately

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oven to 450. Mix flours, cornmeal, baking powder and salt in large bowl. Cut in shortening until resembles crumbs. Stir in oats. Stir in just enough milk so dough leaves side of bowl and forms a ball.

Turn dough onto lightly floured surface. Knead lightly 10 times. Roll pr pat 1/2 inch thick. Cut with floured 2 1/2-inch round cutter. Place on ungreased cookie sheet about 1 inch apart for crusty sides, touching for soft sides. Brush with mild and sprinkle with oats if desired.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet. Serve warm.