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

Sift dry ingredients together and cut in 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 and cut with floured biscuit cutter. Place on greased baking sheet and bake in very hot oven (450 degree) about 12 minutes. Makes 14 (2 inch) biscuits.