Ingredients
1 tablespoon sugar1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest2 tablespoons shortening3 tablespoons milk1 tablespoon butter, melted
Preparation
In a small bowl, combine sugar and nutmeg; set aside. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cream of tartar and salt. Add orange zest; cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk just until moistened.
Divide dough into fourths. With floured hands, roll each piece of dough into a ball; dip in butter, then in sugar mixture. Evenly space in a greased 9-in. round baking pan. Bake at 450° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
