Maple Leaf Biscuits

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/3 cup shortening
2/3 cup milk
1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted
1 tablespoon maple syrup

In a bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, salt and cream of tartar. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk just until moistened. Turn onto a floured surface; lightly knead 10-12 times.

Roll or pat to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-1/2-in. maple leaf cookie cutter or a biscuit cutter. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet.

Combine butter and syrup; lightly brush over tops of biscuits. Bake at 425° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with remaining syrup mixture. Makes about 1-1/2 dozen.