The Best Scones

• 2 cups flour
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup softened butter
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 beaten egg

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400º. Mix together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Cut in butter. Then mix in milk and egg. Roll to a 1-inch thick circle on a floured board, then transfer to baking sheet. Cut to make 6-8 wedges, without separating. Bake for 25 minutes.