Mom's Shortcake

1. 1

   Mix flour, sugar, salt and baking powder.

2. 2

   Cut in 1 cup shortening or so until texture is like 1/2 cornmeal, 1/2 pea.

3. 3

   Add milk gradually until well-moistened (might need more, up to 3/4 cup, depending on humidity).

4. 4

   Gather into a ball (will look like not enough liquid); loose flour will disappear into it.

5. 5

   Pat about 3/4 inch thick onto wax paper sprayed with Pam.

6. 6

   Drizzle top with melted butter; spread over dough.

7. 7

   Fold dough in half cross-ways; cut into diamonds and place cakes on greased, foil-lined baking pan or cookie sheet.

8. 8

   Bake at 450F (230C).

9. 9

   about 15 to 20 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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