Devonshire Splits

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together the yeast, the teaspoon of sugar and the warm milk. Leave in a warm place for 20 to 30 minutes, until frothy.
2. 2
   Rub the butter into the flour and stir in the 1 oz of sugar and the salt.
3. 3
   Add the yeast liquid to the flour and mix to a soft dough.
4. 4
   Knead on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
5. 5
   Leave covered in a warm place for about an hour until doubled in size.
6. 6
   Knock back, knead again and divide into 16 pieces.
7. 7
   Mould into neat bun shapes and place on floured baking sheets.
8. 8
   Leave once again in a warm place until well risen.
9. 9
   Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F or Mark 7 for approximately 15 minutes until pale golden in colour.
10. 10
    Cool on a wire rack.