Scones

Scones

Ingredients/Components

• sugar - 2 Tbsp
• milk - 1/2 c
• salt - 1/2 tsp
• baking powder - 4 tsp
• shortening - 1/3 c
• well beaten egg - 1 item
• presifted flour
• currants or raisins - 1/2 c

How to make scones:

Preheat oven to 450°. Blend or sift together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in finely the shortening; add currants or raisins. Combine egg and milk; add to dry ingredients. Stir lightly with a fork to make a soft dough. Turn dough onto a light floured surface and knead gently 8 to 10 times. Divide dough into two parts; roll each into 6-inch circle. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Brush with milk and sprinkle with sugar. Score each into quarters. Bake in preheated 450° oven for 10 to 12 minutes. This makes 8 scones.

Recipe categories: Breads, Quick breads, Scones.