Squash Scones

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2. 2
   In a small saucepan, cover the squash with cold water, bring to a boil and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes.
3. 3
   Drain and place back into empty hot saucepan to dry the squash.
4. 4
   It is very important to drain well.
5. 5
   Mash with a potato masher and drain again if necessary.
6. 6
   Sift the flour, baking powder and ginger into a large bowl.
7. 7
   Rub the butter into the flour mixture until the mixture resembles bread crumbs.
8. 8
   Add in the sugar, mashed squash and 2 tablespoons of milk.
9. 9
   Combine gently with a wooden spoon.
10. 10
    Add more milk only if necessary to make a soft dough.
11. 11
    Turn it out onto floured board and press down lightly to a thickness of about 1-inch.
12. 12
    Using a large scone or biscuit cutter, flour the cutter and cut out the scones and place on a lightly greased baking tray.
13. 13
    Using a sieve, dust scones with flour.
14. 14
    Bake for about 12 to 15 minutes or until well-risen and golden brown.