2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 pinch salt 1/4 cup margarine 1/8 cup white sugar 1/2 cup milk 2 tablespoons milk
Direction
1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. Sift the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt into a bowl. 3. Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar and enough milk to mix to a soft dough. 4. Turn onto a floured surface, knead lightly and roll out to a 3/4-inch thickness. Cut into 2-inch rounds and place on the prepared baking sheet. Brush with milk to glaze. 5. Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 10 minutes then cool on a wire rack. Serve with butter or clotted cream and jam.
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