breakfast

We made current scones for breakfast this morning, and they were so good! Perfect for a chilly, foggy Saturday morning. Super simple and tasty. Here's the recipe:

Current Scones

1 3/4 c. flour

2 tsp. baking powder

1 T. sugar

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 c. shortening

1 egg, beaten

1/2 c.  milk

1/3 c. currents (or raisins)

1+ tsp. sugar

1. Combine the flour, baking powder, 1 T. sugar and salt.

2. Cut the shortening into the mixture until coarse.

3. Add the egg, milk and currents or raisins to the flour mixture, and combine with a few strokes until dough leaves the side of the bowl.

4. Place on a lightly greased baking pan abnd pat with lightly floured hands into a round shape (about 3/4" thick. Sprinkle top with remaining sugar and cut into 8 wedges.

5. Bake at 425º for 12 - 15 minutes. Serve hot with butter and jam.