2 c. sifted flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2/3 c. milk
1 unbeaten egg

Blend dry ingredients and shortening. Slowly add the milk. Lastly, add egg. Stir to a stiff dough. Knead 5 times. Pat or roll to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut. Bake at 450 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes.