Scones

from Home Ec

Ingredients:
2 T yeast
1/2 C warm water
1 C mashed potatoes
1 tsp. salt
3 T sugar
2 C warm milk
1/2 C margarine or shortening
2 eggs

1. Mix yeast in with water and let stand at least 3 minutes.
2. Mix potatoes, salt, sugar, milk, margarine, and egg together. Add yeast and water mixture.
3. Then add enough flour to make a soft dough and knead for several minutes. Cover and let rise about 1/2 to 1 hours.
4. Pour out onto a floured board and roll about 3/8 inch thick. Cut into the squares you desire and let rise
5. Deep fat fry at 375 degrees until golden brown on both sides.

Serves at least 12, makes about 45 scones.