SCONES WITH CURRANTS 
2 sticks and 2 tbsp. butter
6 c. flour
3/4 c. sugar
1/3 c. baking powder
1 1/4 c. currants
1 tsp. salt
2 beaten eggs
2 c. buttermilk

Combine first 4 ingredients in large bowl. Blend with pastry blender until the consistency of coarse meal. Add buttermilk, mix until blended. Dough will be sticky. Place on floured surface, knead in currants, being careful not to overwork the dough. Divide dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each into a 6 x 1/2 inch thick circle. Using a sharp knife, cut each circle into 8 wedges. Place wedges on parchment or flour lined baking sheet, about 1/2 inch apart. Brush tops with egg yolk. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 18 minutes.

 

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