2 c. flour (sifted twice)
3 tsp. baking powder
2/3 tsp. salt
1/4 c. vegetable shortening
2/3 - 3/4 c. milk

Sift flour second time with baking powder and salt. Cut shortening into flour mixture with pastry blender - mixture resembles coarse meal. Make a well in flour mixture; add milk all at once. Mix only until flour is dampened. Turn dough onto floured board; knead lightly to smooth dough. Roll dough to desired thickness. Cut with floured biscuit cutter. Place on cookie sheet close together. Bake at 425 degrees 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Makes 12 medium biscuits.