Scones

1.  Soften and set aside:

     2 yeast cakes

     1 c. warm water

2.  Scald:

     1 c. milk

3.  Add to milk:

     2 T. shortening

     1/2 c. sugar

4.  Beat 3 eggs; set aside

5.  Mix:

     6 c. flour

     1 tsp. salt

6.  Add eggs, milk and yeast to flour mixture.  Mix.  Dough will be soft.  Let rise once then roll and cut into diamond shape.  Let rise and fry in deep fat.  Makes about 50.  Takes approximately 2 hours to make.