Classic White Salsa

Ingredients
3 tbsp. butter
3 tbsp. flour
2 cups liquid (at least 1/2 milk) 
Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions
Make a roux by melting the butter in a saucepan and adding the flour all at once, whisk constantly to form a smooth blonde paste. Cook the roux, but do not brown it. 
Within a few minutes the roux should be smooth and very thick. Whisk continually. Add half of the milk and continue to whisk the sauce constantly. Add the remaining liquid, a little at a time until the proper consistency is achieved. If more liquid is need, use additional milk. Continue to whisk for a few more minutes. For finish add salt and white pepper to taste. 

Scones

Ingredients
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons shortening
3/4 cup cream
1 egg
2 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/3 cup sugar

3/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

Mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Cut in butter and shortening. 

In a separate bowl, combine cream with beaten egg then add to dry ingredients. Stir in fruit. Turn dough out onto a floured surface. Roll dough out and cut into biscuit size rounds. 

Bake for 15 minutes or until brown. And enjoy!