Stilton Scones

Directions

1. 1
   Sift the flour, salt, mustard and cayenne pepper into a bowl.
2. 2
   Rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
3. 3
   Mix in the grated cheese.
4. 4
   Add the milk all at once.
5. 5
   Mix to a soft, but not sticky, dough with a knife.
6. 6
   Turn onto a lightly floured surface.
7. 7
   Knead quickly until smooth.
8. 8
   Roll out to about 1/2-inch thickness.
9. 9
   Cut into 7 or 8 rounds with a 21/2-inch round cutter.
10. 10
    Transfer to a baking sheet.
11. 11
    Brush the tops with milk.
12. 12
    Bake at 450°F for 7-10 minutes or until well risen and golden.
13. 13
    Cool on a wire cooling rack.