| 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour | 1/2 cup cold shortening |
| 2 tsp baking powder | 1 cup milk |
| 1/2 tsp salt | 1 1/2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes |
| Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl; cut in shortening until mixture resembles course meal. Combine milk and sweet potatoes, mixing well; add to flour mixture and stir quickly. Turn dough out on a lightly floured surface and knead lightly. Roll to 1/2-inch thickness; cut with a floured biscuit cutter. Place on greased baking sheets and bake at 425º for 12 to 15 minutes. Yield: about 2 dozen. Note: For sweeter biscuits, add a little sugar and a few drops of vanilla extract to the dough. |
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