Scones

Heat oven to 425°F

Sift the flour, salt, and baking powder into a bowl. Rub in the butter using your fingers until the mixture resembles bread crumbs. Stir in the sugar. Make a well in the center and pour in the milk. Stir in using a spatula to form a soft dough.

Turn the mixture onto a floured surface and lightly flatten the dough until it is of an even thickness, about half inch. Don't be heavy handed. Scones need a light touch.

Cut out the scones using a 2 and a half inch cookie cutter and place on a cookie sheet

Glaze with a little milk and bake in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until golden and will risen. Cool on a wire rack and serve freshly baked with strawberry preserves and whipped heavy cream.