Pumpkin Scones

A good old Aussie creation!! I think it's time the Scone was brought back into fashion.

Pumpkin Scones

Ingredients:

25g butter
1 Tbsp sugar
1 tsp grated lemon rind
1 cup of cold mashed pumpkin
1 free range egg
1/3 cup of milk
2 cups of self-raising flour
1 tsp ground nutmeg

Method:

1. Cream butter and sugar.

2. Blend in lemon rind and pumpkin.

3. Add beaten egg and milk.

4. Lastly, sift flour with the nutmeg and stir into mixture.

5. Turn onto a lightly floured board and knead gently.

6. Roll out and cut into circles. Brush tops with beaten egg or milk.

7. Bake at 220*C for 12-15 minutes.

Rating: 4