Becky's Never Fail Biscuits

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Combine self-rising flour, cream of tartar, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.

Cut the shortening into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter, two knives, or fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of shortening throughout.

Pour the milk into the flour mixture and stir gently with a fork until just combined into a soft dough; do not overmix.

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead 3–4 times, just until it comes together, being careful not to develop the gluten.

Pat the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness and cut into biscuits using a 2-inch biscuit cutter or glass, pushing straight down without twisting.

Place biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet, positioning them close together so their sides touch as they rise.

Bake for 12–15 minutes until the tops are golden brown.

Remove from the oven and serve warm.