I am posting this as an accompaniment to Peter’s chowder recipe. Jeremy, my ex-boyfriend and an old friend of Peter, used to make a batch of these every time we would have a creamy soup or stew.

Pre-heat oven to 400ºF.

Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
• 4 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt

Cut into the dry mixture, using fork or pastry blender:

• 1/2 cup shortening

Combine in a small separate bowl:

• 1 beaten egg
• 2/3 cup milk

Add egg/milk mixture to the dry mixture, mixing until just combined.

Roll out on a lightly floured surface to 3/4 inch thick, and cut into into circles, 2-inch in diameter, using a cookie cutter or drinking glass. Place on cookie sheet (should not need greasing) and bake for 10-14 minuites until the edges are golden brown.