High-Rise Biscuits

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   Position a rack in the center of the oven, and preheat to 400u00b0F.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, sift together the cake flour, all-purpose flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.

3. 3

   Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles small peas.

4. 4

   Add the half and half, and stir gently just until a soft dough forms.

5. 5

   Knead the dough in the bowl a few times, just until smooth.

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   Do not overwork the dough.

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   On a floured work surface, roll out the dough to 3/4-inch thickness.

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   Using a 3-inch round cookie cutter, cut out biscuits, Gather up the scraps, reroll, and repeat the procedure until 12 biscuits are cut out.

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   Transfer the biscuits to an ungreased baking sheet.

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    Bake until biscuits are golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes.

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    Serve hot.

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