Salt-Cured Ham Biscuits

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   Preheat the oven to 450 F. In a mixing bowl, sift together the dry ingredients.

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   Using your fingers, cut in the shortening until the mixture is coarse and crumbly.

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   Add the milk and mix slightly.

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   Fold in the ham.

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   On a floured surface, roll or pat out the dough about 1/2-inch thick.

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   Cut out biscuits with a cookie cutter and bake on an ungreased baking sheet for about 12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

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