Preheat oven to 425.
Combine in bowl:
2 c. flour
3 t. baking powder
1/2 t. salt
Cut in:
1/4 c. butter
Add, all at once, stirring until soft ball forms:
3/4 c. milk (buttermilk may be used)
Knead lightly 20-25 times. Roll or pat dough to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut with floured biscuit cutter or glass. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake 10-12 minutes, or until golden.
