Welsh Baked Scones

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   Using a pastry blender, cut the butter into the flour and salt.

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   Mix until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.

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   Add the sugar, baking soda, and cream of tartar.

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   (at this point you can add your variations if you wish).

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   Mix well.

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   Beat the eggs with the milk and add to the flour, using a wooden spoon, to make a spongy mixture.

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   Place the dough on a well floured plastic countertop or board and pat it out to 1/2 inch thickness.

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   Cut dough into rounds with a biscuit cutter.

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   Flour your hands and place the rounds on a nonstick cookie sheet and leave for 10 minutes to settle.

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    Bake in a preheated oven at 450 F. for 8 minutes.

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    These should be served with butter and or jam, or with cream and jam for special occasions.

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    Makes 12 scones, depending on size of cutter.

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    VARIATIONS: Cheese scones: Add 1/4 cup grated Cheddar cheese.

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    Fruit scones: Add 1/4 cup currants or raisins.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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