2 c. flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/4 c. shortening
3/4 c. milk

Sift dry ingredients together. Mix with shortening by hand until it looks like cornmeal. Add milk and form a smooth ball. Roll dough 1-inch thick. Cut biscuits out with your favorite glass. Place on a greased baking sheet. Grease tops also. Bake at 450 degrees until brown.