Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

4 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. cream of tartar
1 tsp. baking soda
3 tbsp. sugar
Pinch salt

Combine.

2 tbsp. butter
1/2 c. raisins
1 1/2 c. milk

Cut butter into dry ingredients. Add raisins and milk. Mix like pie crust. Divide into three parts; pat out each part and cut into 4 (makes 12). Brush with beaten egg and bake 15 minutes.