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Preheat the oven to 425F.
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To make the biscuits, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cream of tartar into a medium bowl.
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Stir in the sugar with a spoon.
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Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend in the shortening until the mixture is crumbly.
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Mix in the milk with a fork until the dough is soft but not sticky.
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Place the dough on a floured board and knead it for a minute or so.
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Roll it out to a thickness of 1 1/4 inches and cut it into biscuits with a 2-inch round cutter or the rim of a small water glass.
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Arrange the biscuits 2 inches apart on a baking sheet.
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Bake the biscuits for 18 to 20 miniutes, until lightly browned on top.
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Take the baking sheet out of the oven and set the biscuits aside.
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To make the gravy, cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned, about 8 minutes.
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Sprinkle the flour over the meat and stir with a spoon until blended.
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Stir in the milk.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until thickened.
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Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
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Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Cut biscuits in half horizontally and place them cut side up on plates.
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Spoon the gravy over the biscuits and serve immediately.
