Yield: 6 servings
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 cups | Flour |
| 4 teaspoons | Baking powder |
| 1 teaspoon | Salt |
| 6 tablespoons | Shortening |
| 1 cup | Milk |
Sift flour, measure, and sift with baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening with 2 spatulas. Add milk. Turn onto lightly floured board. Knead lightly and pat into sheet ½ inch thick. Cut with floured cutter. Bake in hot oven (450ø F) 12 minutes. 16 servings.
The Household Searchlight - 1941