6 oz flour
4 oz butter
2 oz castor sugar
Directions
TEISENNAU ABERFFRO Melt the butter in a basin and beat in the sugar.
Gradually add the flour, mixing well with a warm spoon, Roll out
thinly on a floured board and cut into rounds. Cook in a moderate
oven (375/F. or Mark 5) for 15 minutes or until golden-brown. Serve
sprinkled with sugar and with whipped cream and raspberry jam.
Servings: 6 cakes
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Categories: Cake; Dessert
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