Basic Quick Scones with Add-In Ideas

Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, use a fork to mix the dry ingredients. Cut the butter into the mixture until it forms coarse crumbles (do not stir). (If using add-ins, mix with the coarse flour crumbles now.)

In a cup, mix egg and milk. Stir milk mixture into the flour mixture, just until blended. Drop batter by 1/4 cup, about 1 inch apart onto a greased cookie sheet. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until scones are golden brown. Serve them warm or wrap in foil to reheat later.

Serves: 12
Calories per serving: 150 (basic scone)

Adjustments and add-in ideas:

•for sweeter scones, add 1/8 cup sugar
•add grated orange peel and dried cranberries
•add grated lemon zest and blueberries
•cinnamon
•chocolate chips
•dehydrated fruit bits
•topper: use egg wash, sprinkle with turbinado sugar before baking
•even savory add-ins are good: diced ham, shredded cheese, bacon bits …

Experiment! Create! Have fun! And most importantly, enjoy!