Step 1

Sift dry ingredients into a mixing bowl

Step 2

Cut in shortening with a pasty blender or two knives until the mixture has the appearance of fine crumbs

Step 3

Add milk, a small portion at a time to the dry mixture stirring with a fork or spoon until the dough forms a ball around the spoon

Step 4

Turn dough out onto a lightly floured board and knead gently 10 times

Step 5

Pat or roll out dough to 1.5-2 cm thick. Cut with floured cookie cutter with even pressure. Let stand on ungreased baking sheet for 10 minutes before baking

Step 6

Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes depending on size of biscuits, or until tops lightly brown. Cool on rack and enjoy {we like them still warm}