Biscuits for Shortcake

2 c flour
2 t sugar
1/2 t salt
4 t. bk. pd.
1/4 t cr. tartar
1/2 c shortening
2/3 c ilk (scant)

Measure sifted flour; sift with other dry ingredients into mixing bowl. Cut shortening in quickly, to coarse crumb texture. Scoop deep well in middle of mixture & add milk all at once. Stir gently with fork until flour is dampened. Stir vigorously, just until dough follows dough around bowl; place on board & pat to 1/2 in. thickness. Bake on ungreased baking sheet at 450° for 12 - 15 min. Makes about 10 biscuits.