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1 lb. self-rising flour
6 oz. butter
4 oz. sugar
1 c. raisins
2 beaten eggs
2 tsp. lemon juice
A little milk, if necessary, about 1/4 c.

Rub butter into flour and sugar. Add fruit (any dried fruit). Add eggs and lemon juice. Do not let it get sticky. Roll out. Cut at least 2 inches thick. Place on baking tray. Brush with a little milk. Bake at 400 degrees for about 12 minutes, ovens vary, so watch oven carefully. Serve with strawberry preserves and clotted cream if desired.

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