Biscuits ( Baking Powder #1 ) Recipe

3 c Flour
4 ts Baking powder
1 ts Salt
6 tb Shortening
1 c Milk

Sift flour, measure, and sift with baking powder and salt. Cut in
shortening with 2 spatulas. Add milk. Turn onto lightly floured
board. Knead lightly and pat into sheet 1/2 inch thick. Cut with
floured cutter. Bake in hot oven (450 F) 12 minutes. 16 servings. The
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