Irish Scones

Note from Cheri: This great recipe was given to us by our friend Brenda Hyde. Serve it for St. Patrick's Day! You can find more old fashioned recipes, crafts and ideas by visiting Brenda's websites www.SeedsOfKnowledge.com and www.oldfashionedholidays.com.

1/2 cup butter 4 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup sugar 1 egg 1 cup milk Note: You can also add raisins, dates or other dried fruits to the dough.

Makes about 18 scones Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine butter and flour with a pastry blender or fingers until crumbly. Add baking powder, salt and sugar. In a separate bowl, beat egg and milk. Mix into dry ingredients to make a dough. Turn onto floured surface and roll to one inch thickness or pat carefully with hands. With a cookie cutter or the bottom of a drinking glass, cut dough into 2 inch rounds. Place on a greased cookie sheet, about one inch apart and bake for 15 minutes.