Categories: biscuits, breakfast

Ingredients

• 2 c all purpose flour
• 4 tsp baking powder
• 3 tsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 c shortening
• 1 egg
• 2/3 c milk

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt

2. Cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs

3. In a small bowl, beat egg and milk; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened

4. Turn onto a well-floured surface; knead 20 times

5. Roll to 3/4 in thickness; cut with a 2 1/2 in biscuit cutter

6. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet

7. Bake at 450 for 8-10 min or until golden brown

8. Serve warm

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