Raisin Scones - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
3 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
milk
1/2 c. raisins

Preparation

Sift flour, salt, baking powder and sugar together.
Cut in shortening.
Add raisins.
Beat eggs slightly and add enough milk to make 3/4 cup total.
Stir into dry mixture.
Knead lightly on floured board.
Divide dough into fourths.
Pat each into circle. Cut each circle into 4 wedges.
Place on greased baking sheet. Brush top with milk and sprinkle with sugar.
Bake at 425\u00b0 for 10 minutes or until browned.
Makes 16.