Scottish Scones

==Ingredients==
*2 cups self-rising flour
*1/2 tsp. salt
*3 tbsp. butter
*2 tbsp. sugar
*2 tbsp. raisins or currants
*1 egg, slightly beaten plus milk
==Directions==
#Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 
#Mix flour and salt; rub in butter with fingers. 
#Stir in sugar and raisins. 
#Place egg in small glass measure; add milk to make 3/4 cup. 
#Add all but 1 tablespoon to flour mixture. 
#Knead about 6 times on lightly floured surface; roll to slightly over 3/4-inch. Cut into 3-inch rounds.
#Place on greased baking sheet; brush tops with reserved egg and milk mixture. 
#Bake 10–12 minutes until lightly browned. Serve warm.
==Note==
Self-rising flour makes lighter scones and biscuits, but it's possible to substitute 2 cups all-purpose bleached flour, 3 teaspoons baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt.
==Contributed by ==
* World Recipes Y-Group
Category:Scone Recipes