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4 c. flour
2 tsp. cream of tartar
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 c. shortening
6 tsp. sugar
1 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
1 egg (2 whites)
1 c. raisins
1/4 c. applesauce

Beat eggs. (Save some for topping.) Sift ingredients; cut in shortening. Combine eggs, milk, applesauce, and raisins. Knead on floured surface (2 minutes). Spread into circle and cut 4 pieces from round. Pat each piece and cut 3 pieces from each of the four. Spread with egg. Bake in 400 degree oven for 10-15 minutes. Makes 1 dozen.

 

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