Fig And Ginger Scones

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Fig and ginger jam or conserve is so delectable on a warm baked bread or scone, so why not bake the fruit and spices right into the dish? this is an australian recipe adapted in my kitchen.

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Steps

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Preheat the oven to 230 celsius.

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Sift flour , baking powder , baking soda , salt and ground ginger together and place in a large bowl.

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Rub in the butter with your finger.

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Add the crystallized ginger and figs then add the combined milk and water and mix gently but thoroughly until the dough comes together.

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Turn out the dough , adding a little flour if the dough is sticky.

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Knead very briefly until the dough is manageable - do not overmix.

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Flatten the dough to about 1 inch thickness then use a 2 to 2 1 / 4 cutter to cut out rounds.

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Place the cut rounds on a non-stick baking sheet then gather up any remaining scraps and knead briefly.

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Cut as many more rounds as possible then place these on the sheet.

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Brush the scones with a little milk then bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.

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Serve with butter , marmalade or jam.

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Ingredients

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all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground ginger, crystallized ginger, butter, dried figs, water, skim milk