2 c. all-purpose flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
4 tbsp. shortening
3/4 c. milk

Sift flour, baking powder and salt together. Cut in shortening until mixture has the appearance of coarse corn meal. Add milk, working only enough to combine ingredients. Turn out on floured board, knead until smooth, roll out 1/2 inch thick and cut with biscuit cutter. Bake at 450 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Yields about 18 small biscuits.