Simple Biscuit Pastry

Ingredients

• 1 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons shortening
• 3 tablespoons water
• milk or syrup for brushing

Method

1. 1 Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
2. 2 Rub in shortening, then mix in water to form a dough.
3. 3 Turn onto a board and roll out to one-quarter inch thickness.
4. 4 Brush with milk or syrup and bake in a moderate oven (350°F).