Uncommon Scones
A little weekend breakfast baking
I picked up the 1968 cookbook this recipe is from at a used book sale. Titled The Uncommon Cook Book, I was sufficiently intrigued to shell out the whole 80¢ for it. The few drops of almond extract I added to this give a subtle fragrant sweetness but this is completely optional.
No Scuffle Scones (with my mods)
- 1 cup flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 cup butter (scant)
- 1 egg (reserve a little of the egg white for the topping)
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- few drops almond extract (optional)
- granulated sugar
Sift dry ingredients together and place in a bowl. Cut in the butter, then add egg, milk, vanilla, and almond extract and stir just until combined. I did this in my food processor. I <3 my food processor. Turn out on a floured surface and knead gently for a few seconds, then pat out 1/2 inch thick into a circle. Cut in 8 wedges, brush with a little egg white and sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 425° F (after placing them on greased baking sheet) for about 12 to 15 minutes. Serve hot with butter and jam. I also like mine with some honey.
To prepare a head of time: These can be prepared in advance and kept refrigerated until time to bake. Remove from refrigerator, and then proceed as above.
Bleached shoes
Thanks for all the great advice and nice comments on the shoes! I'm going to pick up some RIT dye and fabric paint and do a little experimenting to see what works best. Also planning to buy another pair to do in gold/silver accents too. :)
Along with the scones and other assorted baking I whipped up a little doggie B-day cake. Yep, Aejaz turned 1 today so he got a special treat. I'll leave you with the puppy version of "1st birthday photo with icing on face."
Comments
Oh, Happy Birthday to Aejaz! He looks so cute ... like a dog model for "Got Milk?"! LOL!
Posted by: Agnes | June 11, 2006 02:15 PM
Thanks for the recipe! We love scones.
What a sweet doggie! Happy birthday Aejaz!
Posted by: Jennifer | June 11, 2006 06:47 PM
Mmm...those scones look picture-perfect. And Aejaz is so cute! Happy birthday :)
Posted by: lobstah | June 12, 2006 08:23 AM
Hee hee! I always make birthday cakes for my boys - they love the yogurt/peanutbutter frosting! He is so cute!
Mmm - scones!
Posted by: Stacey | June 12, 2006 09:19 AM
ohmigod. how cute is your pup? what kind? looks like a collie/corgi mix or something. ADORABLE. thanks for stopping by my blog! and, mmm... those scones look abs. fab. i'll have to make some when it cools down here in Colorado.
Posted by: cyn | June 12, 2006 01:18 PM
Those shoes are amazing--good luck with the dye, etc. Did you just make up the design as you went along, or plan it out ahead of time? Inspiration? And good luck with the Beaufort hat (don't know when you'll squeeze it in with your Amazing Lace entry--maybe when you & the shawl are having a lover's quarrel?)--anyway please let me know if you have any questions about the pattern.
Posted by: Angela | June 14, 2006 05:16 AM
Thanks for the comments about my ruby slippers. If you decide to make them, let me know. I'll email you the files I printed out for the packaging. Love your blog ~ I love love love your "piece o' cherry pie" pattern!
Posted by: april (faraboverubies) | June 14, 2006 08:46 AM