8 oz. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
Pinch of salt
2 oz. butter
1/2 (1 oz.) castar sugar
1 egg
1/4 pt. milk

Sieve flour, baking powder and salt into a bowl. Rub in butter and add sugar. Mix to soft dough with beaten egg and milk. Turn on to a lightly floured board and knead quickly. Roll to 1/2 to 3/4 thickness. Cut and place on greased baking sheet and brush with milk. Bake near top of a hot oven, 450 degrees gas mar 8, for 12 to 15 minutes.