2 c. flour
2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. cream tarter
4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
2/3 c. milk (use 1 c. milk for drop biscuits)

Sift dry ingredients together. Cut in shortening (until coarse crumb like). Stir in milk until dough follows fork. Turn onto floured surface. Knead 8 to 10 times. Flatten to 1" thickness. Cut. Bake on greased sheet pan at 450 degrees for 15-17 minutes.