Instructions: Set the oven at very hot (450) & arrange a shelf in the top third of the oven. Sift the flour & salt into a bowl, then stit in the sugar & rub in the butter. Make a well in the centre & add the milk in a steady stream, stirring in the flour to make a soft dough. Knead lightly on a floured surface, then pat into a rectangle about 3/4" thick. Cut into square or rounds with a 1+1/2" floured cutter.

Arrange on a lightly greased scone tray & brush tops with a little milk to glaze. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes , until well risen & golden brown.

Makes 12.

Note: if you like scones with a crisp top, serve straight from the oven For softer scones, wrap in a clean tea-towel for 5 minutes before serving. serve with cream (whipped or clotted) & strawberry jam.

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