5 lbs. sifted all purpose flour
3/4 c. double acting baking powder
1/2 c. sugar
2 lbs. shortening (non refrigerated)
3 tbsp. salt
1 tsp. cream of tarter
6 c. dry milk

Sift flour before measuring. Stir baking powder, salt, cream of tarter, dry milk, and sugar into flour. Sift together three times into a large mixing bowl. Cut in shortening until mix is consistency of corn meal. Store in a covered container at room temperature. To measure mix, pile it lightly into a cup and level off with a spatula.

Biscuits (for family) :

3 c. mix
2/3 c. milk

Makes 18 (2 inch) biscuits

Biscuits (for two) :

1 c. mix
1/2 c. milk

Makes 6 (2 inch) biscuits

Add milk (or water) to mix all at once. Stir until flour is moistened. Knead 15 strokes on lightly floured board. Roll 1/2 inch thick. Cut. Bake at 450 degrees for 10 minutes.