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2 c. flour, unsifted
1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. raisins or blueberries
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 c. milk

Sift all dry ingredients together; cut in shortening until mixture mealy. Add remaining ingredients; mix but do not overmix. Roll out into 1/2 inch thick rectangle on a floured board. Cut into triangles and place on a greased and floured baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes at 400 degrees. Serve warm with butter and jam or jelly.

 

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