Biscuits For 2 (or 4 )
Created by Chef shapeweaver on August 7, 2012
- Servings: 2
- Prep Time: 10m
- Cook Time: 12m
- Recipe #6139
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 1/3 cup milk (may need a little more)
How to Make
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Step 1: Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
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Step 2: Combine dry ingredients and sift twice.
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Step 3: In a bowl, mix shortening into dry ingredients until it looks like small dried peas add enough milk until a soft dough ball is formed.
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Step 4: Remove dough to a lightly floured board or counter top.
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Step 5: With lightly floured hands, pat dough into a 1/2 inch circle.
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Step 6: Divide dough into 4 equal pieces, then shape dough into circles.
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Step 7: Place on a greased cookie sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until desired browness is reached.