Spicy Pepperoni Biscuits

Preparation : Combine first 5 ingredients; cut in shortening with a pastry blender until mixture is crumbly. Stir in pepperoni. Add milk, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface; knead 3 or 4 times. Roll dough to 1/2 inch thickness; cut dough with a 2 or 2 1/2 inch biscuit cutter, and place biscuits on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake at 425 degrees for 13 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.