Mom's Baking Powder Biscuits recipe

2 servings

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

3/4 teaspoon salt

5 tablespoons shortening

3/4 cup milk

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).

In a bowl mix the flour, baking powder and salt.

Add the shortening and mix until in little pieces.

Add milk a little at a time and mix until it forms a ball.

Roll out on floured board to 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch thick.

Cut out in desired size and dip in melted shortening.

Place biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet.

Bake at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes.

Variation: For shortcakes add 2 tablespoons for sugar to the dough and roll dough out to 1/2 inch thick.