Baking Powder Buscuits

-Heather Jordan

2 C flour
1 T baking powder
1/4 to 1/2 t salt
1/3 C shortening
3/4 C milk

In a medium mixing bowl stir together flour, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry blender or fork, cut in shortening till mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Make a well in the center of the dry mixture. Add the milk all at once. Using a fork, stir just till moistened. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Quickly knead dough by gently folding and pressing dough 10 -12 strokes or till nearly smooth. Pat or lightly roll dough to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut dough with a floured biscuit cutter. Place biscuits 1 inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake in a 450 degree oven for 10-12 minutes or till golden. Remove biscuits from baking sheet and serve hot.