Yield: 4 servings
Measure | Ingredient |
---|---|
8 ounces | Plain flour |
2 teaspoons | Baking powder |
½ teaspoon | Grated nutmeg |
2 ounces | Butter |
2 ounces | Lard |
4 ounces | Soft brown sugar |
4 ounces | Mixed dried fruit |
2 \N | Eggs, beaten |
¼ pint | Cream, or buttermilk |
Sift the flour, baking powder and nutmeg into a mixing bowl. Cut the fat into the flour and rub it to a breadcrumb-like consistency. Mix in the sugar and dried fruit. Stir in the eggs, and sufficient cream or buttermilk to make a soft dough. Roll out to 1 inch thick, cut into 2½-inch rounds. Cook on a warmed greased bakestone for about 15 minutes on each side.