In a bowl combine the flour baking powder sugar and salt Cut in shortening until the mixture
resembles coarse crumbs In a small bowl beat egg and milk stir into dry ingredients just until moistened Turn onto a well floured surface knead 20 times Roll to 34-inch thickness cut with a 2 12-inch biscuit cutter Place on lightly greased baking sheet Bake at 450 for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown Serve warm great with apple butter
