Nanny Judes Famous Biscuits

6 cups Flour
12 tsp.baking powder
1 tbsp. salt
2 tbsp. sugar (optional)
1 1/2 lbs. lard or shortening
3/4 cup oil
1 Qt. milk

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Sift dry ingredients together in a bowl.
Knead in lard/shortening till well combined.
Begin adding liquid ingredients,slowly forming the dough.
On a floured surface,roll out the dough,to your desired thickness.
Using a tool of your choice,begin cutting out biscuit shapes.
Place biscuits on baking sheet,and cook in preheated oven for
9-12 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking times can vary depending on different ovens.

~Enjoy!~