Saturday Morning Scones

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 425 (Fahrenheit).
2. 2
   Mix flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and cream of tartar together in a large bowl.
3. 3
   Cut in butter with a fork or pastry cutter until dough resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 4
   Add dried fruit and nuts -- we prefer 1/2 cup craisins and 1/2 cup chopped pecans, but really any combination will do.
5. 5
   Add milk with a fork until just mixed. Knead briefly.
6. 6
   Divide dough into two balls, and pat each into a round about 1/2-inch high. Using a sharp knife, cut each round into six or eight triangular-shaped pieces (depending on size).
7. 7
   If desired, brush scones with a bit of cream and sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
8. 8
   Bake on parchment for 10-12 minutes, or until bottoms are golden brown.