Stir together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cut in shortening until it is like coarse crumbs.
Add milk and stir quickly.
Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly.
Pat or roll dough ½-inch thick.
Cut round biscuits.
Preheat a greased 10-inch straight side skillet over medium heat.
Place biscuits in the hot skillet and cover.
Cook 6 minutes.
Uncover; turn biscuits and cook another 6 minutes uncovered.
