Never Fail Fluffy Biscuits

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   Sift together into a bowl:

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   flour, baking powder, sugar, salt and cream of tartar.

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   Add shortening.

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   Cut in with pastry blender until the mixture looks like coarse cornmeal.

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   Add milk all at once.

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   Stir just enough to make a soft dough.

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   Turn out onto a lightly floured board.

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   Knead lightly for 30 seconds.

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   Roll out to a thickness of 1/2-inch.

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    Cut with a floured 2-inch round cutter. Place on an ungreased baking sheet.

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    Bake at 450u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes.

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