Basic Biscuits
["2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour", "1 Tbsp. baking powder", "1/2 tsp. salt", "3/4 c. shortening", "1 c. milk or buttermilk"]
["Preheat oven to 450\u00b0 to 500\u00b0.", "Sift 2 cups of flour with the baking powder and salt in a bowl.", "Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender or fork or work in with your fingers.", "Add the milk to make a soft dough, mixing just until the dough holds together."]
["flour", "baking powder", "salt", "shortening", "milk"]