Mama, of course! 1 C. scalded milk 1/4 C. sugar 1/4 C. shortening 1/4 C. warm water 1 pkg. yeast 1 beaten egg 2 tsp. salt 3 3/4 C. flour Add sugar, shortening and salt to scalded milk, and let the mixture cool until lukewarm. In a separate bowl, mix warm water and yeast. Combine the two liquid mixtures, then add egg and salt; stir. Add flour and mix it like bread. Roll out and cut into squares or triangles. Let them rise 15-20 minutes, while heating the deep fryer to 350°. Fry scones a few at a time, turning once so both sides are a light golden-brown. Best when served hot. (Warm up leftovers in oven or microwave oven.) Scones are just fine drizzled with honey or spread with honey butter. For a real treat, cut one edge open and fill the inside with fruit pie filling, cream cheese, softened ice cream, chili, ...