Baking Powder Biscuits
Source of Recipe
CD Kitchen
List of Ingredients
Baking Powder Biscuits
1 5 lb. bag self-rising flour
¾ cup sugar
2 1 qt. pkg. dried milk
1½ lbs. lard
6 cups water Recipe
Mix the first three ingredients well using a large shredder.
Shred the shortening into the dry mix.
Use a pastry blender and cut shortening into fine particles.
(At this point the mixture can be stored in large container.)
Add 6 cups water and stir; turn out on floured board (use part of dry mix as flour).
Knead several times.
Roll out ½-¾ inch thickness.
Cut out and place on ungreased cookie pan.
Bake at 450°F for 15 minutes or until nicely browned.
Makes 5 dozen
Note: If mixture is stored in large container, measure out amount needed for biscuits, dumplings, etc., and add liquid as needed. The more moisture you can use the lighter your biscuits.
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