Sky-High Biscuits

2 C flour
2 Tbsp sugar
1 C whole wheat flour
4 ½ tsp baking powder
¾ tsp cream of tartar
½ tsp salt
¾ C cold butter or margarine
1 egg
1 C milk

Combine dry ingredients. Cut in butter until crumbly. Combine egg and milk; stir into crumb mixture until just moistened. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10-15 times. Roll out to a 1-inch thickness; cut with a 2 1/2 –inch biscuit cutter. Place on a greased baking sheet and bake at 450 for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. 1 dozen

Sarah E. Bybee