Rich Tea Scones

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400u00b0.

2. 2

   Coat a large baking sheet with softened butter. In a large, chilled mixing bowl, combine flour, salt and chilled butter.

3. 3

   Rub mixture together with fingertips until it resembles coarse meal.

4. 4

   Beat the egg with a whisk until frothy. Remove 1 tablespoon and set aside.

5. 5

   Add milk to the remaining egg and pour over the flour mixture.

6. 6

   Toss with a fork until dough can be gathered into a ball.

7. 7

   Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.

8. 8

   Cut the dough into 2-inch rounds with a glass or cookie cutter.

9. 9

   Place 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.

10. 10

    Brush the tops lightly with the reserved egg.

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    Bake 15 minutes or until light brown.

12. 12

    Serve at once on a heated platter. Makes about 12.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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