Baking Powder Biscuits

Submitted by Robyn Austin

BAKING POWDER BISCUITS

2 c. sifted flour
1 T. sugar
4 t. baking powder
½ t. salt
½ c. shortening
1 beaten egg
2/3 c. milk

Sift together dry ingredients. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine egg, milk, and add to flour mixture all at once. Stir until mixture leaves sides of bowl. Turn on lightly floured board and knead quickly 20 strokes. Roll dough 3/4" thick. Bake on ungreased sheet @ 450 for 10-14 mins.

Makes 2 doz.