Ingredients for 1 servings:
1. 2 cups flour
2. 1 tablespoon sugar
3. 3 teaspoons baking powder
4. 1 teaspoon baking soda
5. 1/2 teaspoon salt
6. 1/2 cup shortening
7. 1 egg, beaten
8. 2/3 cup milk
Directions:
1. Sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. Cut in the shortening until mixture resembles crumbs.
3. In a cup, thoroughly mix the beaten egg and milk.
4. Add to the flour mixture.
5. Stir only until the dough forms a ball, but is still sticky.
6. Turn onto a floured surface and knead gently 10 strokes.
7. Roll out to 3/4 inch thickness and cut with the rim of a glass that has been dipped in flour.
8. Place on ungreased cookie sheet, touching each other.
9. Bake at 450 deg F for 12 minutes.
10. Brush with melted butter when hot.