Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. 2
   In a small bowl combine 1 egg, with 1 tablespoon milk.
3. 3
   Set aside.
4. 4
   In a large mixing bowl, sift or whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar.
5. 5
   Cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs
6. 6
   Add the milk and slightly beaten egg and stir until just combined.
7. 7
   Place mixture on a lightly floured surface and knead the dough gently until it comes together and is a smooth dough.
8. 8
   Roll out dough to 1/2 inch thickness.
9. 9
   Cut out biscuits with a lightly floured round cookie cutter.
10. 10
    Place on prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with the beaten egg and milk mixture and bake for about 10 - 15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center of the biscuit comes out clean.
11. 11
    Remove from oven and place on a wire rack.
12. 12
    Serve warm with butter.