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Ingredients
| all-purpose flour (unsifted): 2 cups |
| cream of tartar: 1/2 tsp |
| baking powder: 4 tsp |
| granulated sugar: 2 Tbl |
| salt: 1/2 tsp |
| salted butter: 1/2 cup |
| 2% milk: 2/3 cup |
Baking Powder Biscuits
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User rating:
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Prep Time
20 min -
Cook Time
15 min -
Servings
8 serving(s)
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- 1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
- 2. Mix dry ingredients together in bowl.
- 3. Cut in shortening or butter until resembles course crumbs.
- 4. Add milk gradually, stirring until soft dough is formed.
- 5. Turn out on slightly floured board and lightly "knead" for 30 seconds, enough to shape. Important not to overwork or the biscuits will be tough.
- 6. Roll or press dough 1/2 inch thick and cut with 2 inch floured biscuit cutter.
- 7. Brush with milk. Bake on ungreased sheet in middle rack of oven for 12-15 minutes until golden on top.