Step 1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, salt and cream of tartar. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3
Drop dough by heaping 1/4 cupfuls, 2 inches apart onto a greased baking sheet

Step 4
Bake 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and serve warm.