Irish Potato Scones

Scrub, peel and cut potatoes into small even-sized chunks and cover them with cold water in a small pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover the pot. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until very tender.

Drain the potatoes and let them sit on the stove to dry out. Then mash them very well making sure there are no lumps.

In a large bowl, sift together the flour, salt and baking powder. Then rub the cold butter into the flour with your fingers until it resembles a coarse meal. Add the mashed potatoes and mix with a fork. Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk (start with 1 1/2 tablespoons). Incorporate the flour into the milk until you can form a ball adding additional milk if needed.

On a floured surface turn out the dough and knead until you have a smooth dough. Roll out into a circle about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into triangles. Heat a cast iron pan with a dab of melted butter over medium heat. Be careful not to burn the butter. Fry the scones about 3 minutes a side until golden brown. Serve hot with a dab of butter.