Rich Tea Scones

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400°.
2. 2
   Coat a large baking sheet with softened butter. In a large, chilled mixing bowl, combine flour, salt and chilled butter.
3. 3
   Rub mixture together with fingertips until it resembles coarse meal.
4. 4
   Beat the egg with a whisk until frothy. Remove 1 tablespoon and set aside.
5. 5
   Add milk to the remaining egg and pour over the flour mixture.
6. 6
   Toss with a fork until dough can be gathered into a ball.
7. 7
   Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.
8. 8
   Cut the dough into 2-inch rounds with a glass or cookie cutter.
9. 9
   Place 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
10. 10
    Brush the tops lightly with the reserved egg.
11. 11
    Bake 15 minutes or until light brown.
12. 12
    Serve at once on a heated platter. Makes about 12.