Biscuits for Two

(Courtesy of Taste of Home)

Ingredients:
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/8 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. shortening
3 Tbsp. milk
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted and divided


Directions:
In a small bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt.  Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.  Add milk, tossing with a fork until a ball forms.  Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 5-6 times. Roll or pat to 1/2 inch thickness; cut with a 2 1/2 inch biscuit cutter.  Place on a greased baking sheet.  Brush tops with 1 Tbsp. butter.  Bake at 450 degrees for 9-11 minutes or until golden brown.  Brush with remaining butter.  Serve warm

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