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Biscuits for Two

List of Ingredients

BISCUITS FOR TWO

1/2 C all purpose flour
1 t baking powder
1/8 t salt
2 T shortening
3 T milk
2 T butter or margarine, melted, divided




Recipe

In a small bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add milk, tossing with a fork until a ball forms. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 5 - 6 times. Roll or pat to 1/2 " thickness, cut with a 2 1/2 inch biscuit cutter.
Place on a greased baking sheet. Brush tops with 1 Tbs butter. Bake at 450 degrees for 9 - 11 minutes or until
golden brown. Brush with remaining butter. Serve warm.
Yield: 4 biscuits