Favorite Scones

Directions

1. 1
   Combine dry ingredients in large bowl.
2. 2
   With pastry blender or two knives, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Beat buttermilk and egg in small bowl.
3. 3
   Pour over dry ingredients and stir with fork until mixture comes together.
4. 4
   On lightly floured surface, knead dough 5 or 6 times.
5. 5
   Transfer to greased cookie sheet.
6. 6
   Pat into 8-inch circle and cut into 8 wedges or cut with biscuit cutter.
7. 7
   Bake in a 425° oven for 14 to 16 minutes.