2 c. sifted flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
4 tbsp. cold shortening
3/4 c. sweet milk

Sift dry ingredients together and cut in cold shortening. Add milk to make a soft dough. Place on a floured board and knead lightly a few seconds using as little flour as possible on board. Roll out 1/2 inch thick. Place on greased baking sheet and bake in a very hot oven, 450 degrees about 12 minutes. Makes about 14 biscuits.