Step 1

Preheat oven to 450.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.

Step 3

Using pastry cutter or fork, cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In separate bowl, combine egg and milk.

Step 5

Add milk mixture to flour mixture and mix until just moistened.

Step 6

Turn the dough onto lightly floured surface and knead a couple of times.

Step 7

Roll the dough to 3/4" thickness and cut into biscuits using biscuit cutter, cup, mason jar, etc.

Step 8

Place biscuits onto ungreased baking sheet or pan and bake 12-14 minutes or until golden brown.