Devonshire Scones Recipe

Instructions

1. Sift flour and salt into a bowl.
2. Rub in butter till mix resembles fine bread crumbs.
3. Add in sugar and mix to a soft dough with the lowfat milk.
4. Turn onto a lightly floured surface, knead quickly, then roll out to 1/2 inch thickness.
5. Cut into 20 rounds with a 2 1/2 inch cutter.
6. Place scones on greased baking trays and brush tops with beaten egg or possibly lowfat milk.
7. Bake in a very warm oven at 450 degrees for 8 to 10 min.
8. Cold on wire rack.
9. When cool, split and serve with strawberry preserves and whipped cream.
10. This is an English recipe.
11. Makes 20 scones.