Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450F.
2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
3. Cut in shortening, lard, or butter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in milk or buttermilk just until a soft dough forms.
5. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently 4 or 5 times.
6. Pat or roll dough to about 1/2-inch thick, then cut into rounds.
7. Place biscuits on a baking sheet and bake 10 to 15 minutes, until risen and golden.
8. Serve warm.