Baking Powder Biscuits

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter
• 2/3 cup milk

Recipe

• 1 1. preheat oven to 450°f.
• 2 2. mix dry ingredients together in bowl.
• 3 3. cut in shortening or butter until resembles course crumbs.
• 4 4. add milk gradually, stirring until soft dough is formed.
• 5 5. turn out on slightly floured board and lightly "knead" for 30 seconds, enough to shape. important not to overwork or the biscuits will be tough.
• 6 6. roll or press dough 1/2 inch thick and cut with 2 inch floured biscuit cutter.
• 7 7. brush with milk. bake on ungreased sheet in middle rack of oven for 12-15 minutes until golden on top.