English Scones

ENGLISH SCONES

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)

Sift dry ingredients into a large bowl. Work in butter. Add all other ingredients and mix well. Knead on lightly floured surface about 15 times. 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. Place on buttered cookie sheet 2 inches apart and bake 10-12 minutes until brown. Serve with unsweetened whipped cream and fresh strawberry jam.

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