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Scones




Source of Recipe


Mom Davis






Recipe Introduction


Bake 15 minutes at 450 degrees F





List of Ingredients



• 1 1/4 cups flour
  
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
  
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
  
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
  
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  
• 4 tablespoons sugar
  
• 4 tablespoons shortening
  
• 1/3 - 1/2 cup milk
  






Instructions



1. Sift flour, cornstarch, salt, baking soda and cream of tartar in a bowl. Add sugar.
   
2. Cut in shortening until its makes very fine crumbs.
   
3. Stir in milk until the dough gathers in a ball.
   
4. Put on floured board and knead once or twice.
   
5. Pat to 3/4" thick. Cut & place on ungreased cookie sheet.
   
6. Brush tops with milk. Bake at 450F. 15 minutes.
   






Final Comments


For variety, add cheese,raisins, candied fruit or such if you like.