1 2/3 c. flour
1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. cinnamon or nutmeg
1/3 c. shortening or butter
3/4 c. milk
1 egg
Apricot jam
Chopped nuts

In mixing bowl combine flour, salt, baking powder, cinnamon or nutmeg. Cut in shortening until particles are fine. Add milk and egg; mix just until thoroughly blended.