Baking Powder Biscuits

Instructions

1. 1

   Sift flour, baking powder, salt, sugar and cream of tartar into a bowl.

2. 2

   Add shortening to flour mixture and blend together until cornmeal consistency.

3. 3

   Pour milk into flour mixture slowly; add egg.

4. 4

   Stir to stiff dough; knead 5 times.

5. 5

   Roll to 1/2 inch thickness.

6. 6

   Cut and bake on cookie sheet 10 to 15 minutes at 450 degrees F.

7. 7

   Serve with butter, hot from the oven.

8. 8

   These can be frozen on cookie sheet.

9. 9

   When frozen, store in a closed plastic bag in the freezer.

10. 10

    When ready to bake, take out desired amount, and let thaw at room temperature before baking.

11. 11

    Variations Add 1/2 cup raisins or currants to batter.

12. 12

    Add 1/4 teaspoon almond extract or 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract with the liquid ingredients.

13. 13

    Add 1/4 cup shredded cheese.