Basic Biscuits
["1/4 c. shortening", "1/2 to 3/4 c. milk", "2 c. sifted self-rising flour"]
["Cut shortening into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.", "Blend in enough milk to make a soft dough.", "Turn out on lightly floured board or pastry cloth and knead gently 30 seconds. Roll out 1/2-inch thick.", "Cut out biscuits with floured 2-inch biscuit cutter or sharp knife.", "Place on ungreased baking sheet. Bake in preheated 450\u00b0 oven 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned."]
["shortening", "milk", "flour"]