English Scones

Ingredients

 * 2 c. flour
 * 2 tsp. baking powder
 * 1/8 tsp. baking soda
 * 1/4 c. sugar
 * 1 tsp. salt
 * 6 tbsp. butter, cold and cut in 1/4 inch bits
 * 1/2 c. milk
 * 1 egg
 * 1 egg yolk
 * 1 c. raisins (optional)

Directions

 * 1) Sift dry ingredients into a large bowl.
 * 2) Work in butter.
 * 3) Add all other ingredients and mix well.
 * 4) Knead on lightly floured surface about 15 times.
 * 5) Divide dough into two balls. Put each into a 6 inch circle. Cut circle into 6 wedges. #Brush surface with milk and sprinkle with sugar.
 * 6) Place on buttered cookie sheet 2 inches apart and bake 10–12 minutes until brown. #Serve with unsweetened whipped cream and fresh strawberry jam.

Contributed by

 * World Recipes Y-Group