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name:
Larissa
Question:
Where does the word scone come from and when was it invented (please
reply very soon)?
Executive Chef Michael S. Baum,C.S.C.
Chef Baum's Kitchen
Web Chef:
Larissa,
Hello and good day to you.
Here is the information I have found on scones courtesy of epicurious.com
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[SKOHN, SKON]
This Scottish QUICK BREAD is said to have taken its name from the Stone
of Destiny (or Scone), the place where Scottish kings were once crowned.
The original triangular-shaped scone was made with oats and griddle-baked.
Today's versions are more often flour-based and baked in the oven. They
come in various shapes including triangles, rounds, squares and diamonds.
Scones can be savory or sweet and are usually eaten for breakfast or
tea.
According to Webster's College dictionary Scones originated in Scotland
between 1505-1515.
Scone is also a village in central Scotland.
Here is a traditional Scottish recipe link for scones: http://www.rampantscotland.com/recipes/blrecipe_scones.htm
For more information on the Stone of Destiny
:http://members.aol.com/Skyelander/stone.html
For more information
and recipes
The History
of Food
I truly hope that this answers your questions and if we can be of further
assistance feel free to contact the Web Chefs again.
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