In a large bowl combine warm water and warm milk. Stir in the sugar. Add dry active yeast and stir lightly. Allow yeast to activate, about 10 minutes.
Add milk mixture and melted cooled butter and the salt.
Then add the flour one cup at a time until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Cover the dough in the bowl with a towel. Set in a warm place and allow raise until double.
Pour your oil in a large pan and heat oil to between 350 – 400 degrees.While the oil is heating, roll the dough out onto the counter, without flour, into a large rectangle about 1/2 inch thick. Using a pizza cutter, cut into squares or triangles.
Cook scones until golden brown and serve right away.