Jam Scones

2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. sugar
3/4 c. butter
2 eggs
1/3 c. half & half
1/2 c. jam

Combine flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Cut in 1/2 cup of the butter until mixture resembles cornmeal. Set aside. Beat the eggs and half & half. Make a well in dry ingredients. Stir in liquid with a fork to make a soft dough (less mixing makes tender scones). Divide dough in half. Pat out each portion on floured board into a 10" circle. Place 1 circle on cookie sheet. Spread with 2 tablespoons soft butter. Cover with jam.Top with second circle of dough. With sharp knife, mark into 8 pie-shaped wedges. Do not cut through dough. Spread surface with remaining butter. Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until golden. Cut into 8 wedges.

**Recipe from frugalfriendsinthekitchen Yahoo group