Sift dry ingredients; add shortening, mixing it in with a fork.
Add milk to make a fairly soft dough.
Knead slightly and roll out ¼ inch thick.
Spread well with creamed butter and sprinkle with brown sugar.
Roll up as for jelly roll and cut in about 1-inch pieces.
Stand these on end in a well buttered pan, small muffin tins or in muffin rings and bake in a moderate oven (375°F) for 30 minutes.
