scones
sift:` 16 oz superfine fl
2 t sodium bicarb
4 t cream of tartar
1 t salt
into a mixing bowl
rub in: 4 oz butter till breadcrumb stage
Blend in: 4 T sugar (with 2 oz raisins if desired)
Bind with 5 oz sour milk (5 0z milk minus 1 T, then add 1 T lemon juice or vinegar)
into a dough
rest for 15 min
roll to 3/4 ” thickness
cut into desired circles
glaze with beaten egg (glaze top only)
Bake at 200 deg C for about 20 min, or to required doneness
Nb: For savoury scones, minus sugar & add :
2 t mixed herbs, 1/2 t paprika,wifted together with the flour
Add 2 oz grated cheese before binding with milk
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