Buttermilk Scones

Buttermilk Scones Recipe:

Buttermilk Scones

      2 c Flour
      1 T Sugar
      2 ts Baking powder
    1/2 ts Baking soda
    3/4 ts Salt
    1/4 c Butter; cold
      1    Egg
    2/3 c Buttermilk
          Milk; for brushing tops
          Sugar; for sprinkling

Measure first 7 ingredients into large bowl. Add butter
and cut in until crumbly. Make a well in center.

In a small bowl, beat egg until frothy. Mix in
buttermilk. Stir with a fork to make a soft dough.
Turn out on a lightly floured surface. Knead lightly
8 - 10 times. Divide into two parts. Pat each part
into 6 inch circle. Place on greased baking sheet.
Brush tops with milk. Sprinkle with sugar. Score
each top into 6 pie shaped markings. Bake in 425F
oven until risen and browned. Serve hot with lots of
butter.

NOTE: Raisins or currants may be added if desired.

Contributed by Leslie Gratton

Makes 12 servings