Tea Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Mix first 5 ingredients together.
2. 2
   Cut shortening into dry ingredients until coarse.
3. 3
   Beat eggs well and add to sweet milk. Add currants to coarse mixture together with milk mixture.
4. 4
   Mix well and put out on floured baking sheet.
5. 5
   Roll out to 1 1/2-inch thickness.
6. 6
   Cut into desired shape.
7. 7
   Place on greased cookie sheet; dot each biscuit with generous piece of butter.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with sugar.
9. 9
   Bake at 375° for 10 to 15 minutes or until a golden brown.