Creamy Buttermilk Scones

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Yet another scone recipe, i know. this is from the vegetarian epicure - called simply cream scones originally, but for the purposes of this site, i thought my new title was more descriptive. these are just wonderful.

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Steps

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Beat together the buttermilk , egg and sugar.

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Mix 3 cups flour together with the baking powder , soda and salt.

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Add about 2 / 3 of the flour mixture to the buttermilk and stir well.

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Gradually add the melted butter , incorporating it thoroughly into the mixture.

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Stir in the remaining flour mixture and the currants.

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A little more flour may be necessary to form a stiff dough.

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Turn the dough out on a lightly floured surface and knead for several minutes.

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Separate it into 3 equal parts.

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Shape each part into a thick circle about 4-5 inches across.

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Cut the circles into quarters with a sharp knife , and arrange the scones on a buttered cookie sheet.

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Bake in preheated 400 degree oven for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned.

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Serve warm , or cold if you can wait that long.

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Ingredients

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buttermilk, egg, sugar, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, butter, currants