3 cups white flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. cream of tartar
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 tbsp. sugar
1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
1 cup raisins or other dried fruit
egg wash, to brush scones

Preheat oven to 400°F.

In large bowl sift together flour, baking soda and cream of tartar. Add softened butter and sugar, mix well. Stir in milk or buttermilk. Also stir in raisins or other dried fruit. Press dough onto a floured surface and roll out gently to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut scones into round shapes or triangles. Brush scones with egg wash for shine.

Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.