ABERNATHY BISCUITS 
1 3/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter
1 tsp. caraway seeds
1 egg, beaten
1/2 tsp. grated lemon rind
1 tbsp. milk, cream or lemon juice

Sift flour, baking powder and sugar into a bowl. Cut in butter until mixture is like coarse meal. Add caraway seeds, beaten egg, lemon rind and milk. Mix into a stiff dough. You may have to use your hands.

Turn onto lightly floured board. Roll out thinly, cut into rounds 2 to 3 inches in diameter. Prick each with fork. Bake on cookie sheet at 375 degrees for 7 to 10 minutes. Makes about 60. Have with a cup of tea. Delicious spread with butter or just plain.

 

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