Preparation

Stir together flour, baking powder, sugar, cream of tartar, and salt.

Cut in shortening until mixture resembles course crumbs.

Make a well in the center and add milk.

Knead gently on a lightly floured surface for 10 o 12 kneads.

Roll or pat 1/2 in thickness. Cut with a 2 1/2" biscuit cutter.

Put on ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 450 10 to 12 minutes.