2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. sugar
4 tbsp. shortening
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
2 tbsp. sugar

Sift flour, baking powder, salt and sugar together. Cut in shortening.

Beat 1 egg and 1 egg yolk and add to milk. Stir into dry ingredients to make a soft dough.

Turn out on lightly floured surface and knead gently for 30 seconds.

Roll out in circular shape to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into pie-shaped pieces. Brush tops with white of an egg and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar.

Bake in moderately hot oven (425°F.) for 12 to 15 minutes.

Split and fill with fresh or canned sliced peaches. Top with whipped cream.

Makes 8 scones.