Mum's Simple Economy Scones
I learned how to make these when i was a little girl. After looking at other more complex recipes, involving eggs and cream, i thought there might be space for mine. All you need is self- rising flour, butter and milk, and hey presto! You have afternoon tea or a snack.
Steps
Preheat your oven to 250c.
Sift flour and salt in a bowl.
Rub in the butter with your finger.
Make a well , and add almost all of the milk.
With a butter knife , quickly work in the milk to the flour , making a dough.
On a lightly floured surface , knead the dough very lightly.
Flatten gently with your hands to 1.
5cm thick.
Use a round cutter to cut out discs.
On a buttered tray place scones next to each other.
Brush with reserved milk.
Bake for 10 minutes , or until scones sound hollow when tapped.
Serve with tea , whipped cream and strawberry jam and you have devonshire tea.
Or add herbs / grated cheese for savoury scones to serve with soups and casseroles.
Ingredients
self rising flour, salt, butter, milk