Cinnamon Raisin Biscuits

2 cups all-purpose flour 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup shortening 2/3 cup milk 1/3 cup raisins ICING: 1 cup confectioners' sugar 4-1/2 teaspoons milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add milk and raisins; stir just until combined. Turn dough onto a floured surface. Knead just until smooth, about 2 minutes. Roll to 1/2-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. round biscuit cutter; place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 450° for 12-15 minutes or until golden. Meanwhile, combine icing ingredients. Drizzle over warm biscuits.

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