Pumpkin Scones

originally from "1001 Cookie Recipes"

• Ready In: 0 mins
• Serves: 48

Ingredients

• 2  cups flour
• 1  tablespoon baking powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ginger, ground
• 1⁄2 teaspoon allspice, ground
• 1⁄2 teaspoon nutmeg, ground
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 cup vegetable shortening
• 3  tablespoons light brown sugar
• 1  cup solid-pack pumpkin
• 1⁄4 cup plain yogurt
• 2  tablespoons  sour milk

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Lightly grease cookie sheets.
3. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices and salt. In a large bowl, cream together shortening and brown sugar.
4. Beat in the pumpkin, yogurt and sour milk.
5. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients.
6. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, sprinkle with flour, and knead until smooth.
7. Roll out the dough to a thickness of 3/4".
8. Using a sharp knife, cut 2" squares and place 1" apart on baking sheets.
9. Bake for 12-15 min., or until lightly colored.
10. Transfer to wire racks, cover with a clean towel, and let cool.