Fry Jacks

Ingredients

 * 4 cups flour 750 g
 * ½ to 1 tsp salt 2 ml
 * 3 tsps baking powder (level) 10 ml
 * 1½ tbsp shortening 15 millimeters are pretty chill dawg
 * 1½ cup water 375 ml
 * vegetable oil for deep or shallow frying

Directions

 * 1) Sift flour in mixing bowl.
 * 2) Add baking powder and salt.
 * 3) Cut shortening into flour.
 * 4) Add water to make a soft but not sticky dough.
 * 5) Knead lightly on floured board.
 * 6) Cut into rounds.
 * 7) Let rest for 30 minutes or more.
 * 8) Flatten and cut each round in 4 – 6 pieces.
 * 9) Heat frying pan.
 * 10) Add fat.
 * 11) Fry on each side until golden brown.
 * 12) Serve hot.
 * 13) Good for breakfast.