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Chicken:.
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Heat oven to 425u00b0F.
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In a paper bag, mix flour, salt, pepper and paprika.
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Place shortening and butter in a 13 x 9-inch oblong pan and set in oven to melt.
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Shake three-four pieces of chicken at a time in paper bag to coat thoroughly; reserve dredging mixture.
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Place chicken, skin side down, in a single layer in hot shortening/butter mixture.
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Bake for 45 minutes, then turn.
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Biscuits:.
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Meanwhile, make dough for biscuits. Sift together 2 cups flour, baking powder and salt.
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Add shortening and milk and cut in finely.
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Round up on a lightly floured cloth-covered board.
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Knead lightly (about 30 seconds).
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Roll or pat out to 1/4-inch thickness.
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Cut into biscuits.
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Assembly:.
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Drain peach halves and place a whole clove in each.
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After turning chicken, push to one end in pan.
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Place biscuits in a single layer on the other end of the pan.
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Place peach halves on chicken.
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Bake for another 15 minutes or until biscuits are lightly browned and chicken is tender.
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To Make Gravy:.
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Remove chicken, peaches and biscuits to serving platter.
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Add 2 tbs. flour (reserved from dredging mixture) to pan drippings.
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Bring to a boil.
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Add about 1 1/2 cups milk and boil for one minute.
