Baking Powder Biscuits

By Jacky H

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour
• 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 5 Tbsp shortening
• 3/4 cup milk

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450 degrees

- Mix flour, baking powder and salt
- Cut in shortening and mix with a pastry blender
- Add mild a little at a time and mix to form a ball
- Roll onto a floured surface 1/4 - 1/2 inch thick
- Cut to desired size and brush with melted butter or margarine
- Place on ungreased baking sheet
- Bake for 12 - 15 minutes