Baking Powder Biscuits

2 cups flour

2 tsp baking powder
4 Tbsp butter or shortening
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup milk

Directions:

1. Combine flour, baking powder & salt. Cut in butter or shortening.
2. Add milk gradually, stirring until soft dough forms.
3. Turn out onto lightly floured surface and lightly knead for about 30 seconds, enough to shape.
4. Roll dough 1/2 inch thick and cut with 2 inch floured biscuit cutter.
5. Bake on ungreased cookie sheet in a 400 degree oven for 12-15 minutes.

    Makes 12 biscuits