Trail West Biscuits

2 cups flour, whole wheat flour or a combination the two types of flour

1 Tblsp. sugar

 tsp. baking powder

1/2 tsp. salt

Cut in 1/2 cup butter or shortening, until resembles coarse cornmeal.

Mix 1 beaten egg and 1/2 cup milk together.  Add milk mixture into dry ingredients.  turn onto a floured board and knead for about 1 minute.  Pat or roll to 1/2" thickness.  Cut biscuits with

 2-1/2" drinking glass.

Bake on ungreased baking sheet for 10 - 15 minutes.  Makes 12 biscuits.