Aunt Hilda’s Biscuits

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Aunt Hilda's Biscuits

Course Breakfast

Ingredients

  • 2 c. flour
  • 4 t. baking powder
  • 1/2 t. cream of tartar
  • 1/2 t. Salt
  • 2 T. sugar
  • 1/2 C. shortening
  • 1 egg unbeaten
  • 2/3 c. milk

Instructions

  • Combine the flour, baking powder, cream of tartar, salt and sugar.
  • Cut in the shortening until mixture resembles small peas.
  • Stir in the egg and milk until mixture is a stiff dough.
  • Knead about 5 times.
  • Roll to 1/2-inch thick.
  • Cut out shapes with a 2-inch round biscuit cutter.
  • Place on ungreased cookie sheet and bake at 450 degrees for 10-15 minutes.