8 c. flour
4 tbsp. baking powder
2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. shortening

Mix and stir flour, baking powder and salt with fork until well mixed, add shortening and cut with pastry blender until mixture is crumbly and no lumps can be found.

Store in air tight container.

When ready to use, measure mix and add milk to form a soft dough, pat out on floured surface and cut with biscuit cutter dipped in flour. Bake on ungreased cookie sheet or cake pan 12 to 15 minutes in 450 degree oven.

2 cups mix will need about 2/3 cup milk.