Devonshire Scones Recipe

Directions

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