Whole Wheat Raisin Drop Biscuits

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons shortening
• 1 cup milk
• 4 tablespoons raisins

Method

1. 1 Mix flour, salt, and baking powder. Sift through a coarse strainer if desired.
2. 2 Add shortening and rub in very lightly.
3. 3 Add milk and mix to a soft dough. Fold in raisins.
4. 4 Drop by tablespoonfuls far apart onto a greased baking sheet or greased muffin tins.
5. 5 Bake in a moderate oven (350°F) for about 25 minutes.