2 c. sifted reg. flour
3 tsp. double acting baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/3 c. Crisco
3/4 c. milk

In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt. With a pastry blender, two knives or a fork cut in Crisco until mixture looks like coarse meal. Add milk and stir just enough to hold dough together. Place on a lightly floured surface and knead lightly; roll 1/2 inch thick. Cut with floured biscuit cutter and place on an ungreased cookie sheet.

Bake at 425 degrees for 12-15 minutes until desired brownness achieved.

Cheese Biscuits: Add 1/2 cup shredded cheese before you stir in the milk.

Orange Tea Biscuits: Combine 1 teaspoon grated orange peel, 2 tablespoons orange juice and 1/3 cup sugar. Brush on before you bake.