Big Batch Scone Mix Recipe

Avid Baker Challenge #2

We're baking from Abby Dodge's book, The Weekend Baker. It's full of ideas to help someone pressed for time do part of the baking in advance, or in this case, to have your own pre-made mix in the cupboard. Just add a few ingredients and pop homemade scones in the oven. Abby includes several flavor variations for the mix. I was tempted by the cranberry version, but I had a little piece of ginger in the fridge. So I used Alton Brown's recipe for candied ginger and went with the ginger version.

Every time I mention an Alton Brown recipe, readers will comment and say what fans they are of his recipes. It's the same with my family. It's not just the recipes; it's also his humor and wit. I just…