Baking Powder Biscuit Recipe 2

• 2 cups bread flour
• 5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon shortening
• 1 cup milk and water in equal parts
• 1 tablespoon butter

1. Mix dry ingredients and sift twice.
2. Work in butter and shortening with fingertips.
3. Gradually add the liquid, mixing with a knife to a soft dough.
4. Toss on a floured board, pat, and roll lightly to one-half inch in thickness.
5. Shape with a biscuit-cutter.
6. Place on buttered pan and bake at 400 degrees for twelve to fifteen minutes.

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