Biscuits

Sift all dry ingredients together; cut in shortening or butter until mixture resembles coarse corn meal.

Add milk and mix briefly or until dry ingredients are moistened.

Place on a floured board and knead gently about 10 times; roll out to about 1/2-inch thickness.

Place on baking sheet and bake at 450° for about 10 minutes or until golden brown.

Yield: 2 dozen biscuits.