Mix and sift dry ingredients; add shortening & mix with pastry blender. Add milk all at once, and stir quickly with a fork (some flours may require a little more liquid to make a soft dough).

Turn out on floured board and knead 5-6 times. Roll or pat out to 1/2 to 3/4 inches thick; cut with biscuit cutter.

Bake at 475 degrees for 5 minutes. Turn off heat and leave in oven for 5 to 10 minutes until golden brown.

These biscuits are extra high and light.