Squash Scones

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2. 2
   Place the squash in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water.
3. 3
   Bring to a boil and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until tender.
4. 4
   Drain and let dry over heat.
5. 5
   It is very important to drain well, or the batter will be too liquidy.
6. 6
   Mash squash with a potato masher and drain again, if necessary.
7. 7
   Sift flour, baking powder, and ginger into a large bowl.
8. 8
   Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles bread crumbs.
9. 9
   Stir in the sugar and then the mashed squash.
10. 10
    Stir in milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you have a soft dough.
11. 11
    With a wooden spoon, combine the dough thoroughly yet gently.
12. 12
    Turn dough onto a floured board and press down lightly until dough is about 1-inch thick.
13. 13
    Using a scone cutter, cut out the scones and place on a lightly greased baking tray.
14. 14
    It helps to flour the cutter each time.
15. 15
    Using a flour shaker, dust each scone with flour.
16. 16
    Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until well-risen and golden brown.