Baking Powder Biscuits

Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Serves: 6

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp. Our Family® Baking Powder
• 3 tbsp. shortening
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/2 cup whole milk

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Combine baking powder, salt and flour.
3. Sift together.
4. Cut in shortening until mix looks crumbly.
5. Add milk
6. Stir until soft dough is formed (do not over-stir)
7. Turn out onto lightly floured surface. Knead lightly to shape. Roll 1/2 inch thick and cut with floured biscuit cutter. 8. Bake on ungreased cookie sheet for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Optional: Mix 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese and 1 teaspoon garlic powder into dough prior to kneading.