Basic British Scones  Servings: 12   
Ingredients: 
 2 cups all-purpose flour  
1 teaspoon cream of tartar  
1/2 teaspoon baking soda  
1 pinch salt 
1/4 cup margarine  
2 tablespoons white sugar  
1/2 cup milk  
2 tablespoons milk    

Directions:  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.  2. Sift the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt into a bowl.  3. Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar and enough milk to mix to a soft dough.  4. Turn onto a floured surface, knead lightly and roll out to a 3/4-inch thickness. Cut into 2-inch rounds and place on the prepared baking sheet. Brush with milk to glaze.  5. Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 10 minutes then cool on a wire rack. Serve with butter or clotted cream and jam.