Tea Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, flour and baking powder in a large bowl.
2. 2
   Cut in butter with pastry blender.
3. 3
   Add raisins.
4. 4
   In a separate bowl, combine milk, 1 egg and vanilla.
5. 5
   Blend with a whisk.
6. 6
   Quickly add liquids to dry and blend with wooden spoon.
7. 7
   Knead for 1 minute on floured board.
8. 8
   Roll out.
9. 9
   Cut into 3-inch squares. Place 2 squares together on top of each other on baking tray. Makes about 12 Tea Biscuits.
10. 10
    Brush biscuits with beaten egg, then bake for about 15 minutes at 400°.