MAGIC MIX

Keep this mix on  hand for making a quick batch of  very light drop scones ...

MAGIC MIX ....
In a large mixing bowl , mix together
6 cups of plain sifted flour
2 tbs of baking powder
1 cup of instant milk powder
2 and 1/2 tsp of salt .
Mix really well to combine , store in a large plastic container with a lid .
Cover tightly and keep in the refrigerator until required ..( this mix will keep fresh for a month )

DROP SCONES
Preheat the oven to 220deg C .
In a mixing bowl , stir 2 cups of magic mix with 1 and 1/4 cups of cream with a knife just to moisten the mix .
the dough will be sticky , do not over work the dough or the scones will be tough .
Drop the dough by placing heaped tbs onto a lightly greased baking tray , space the scones about 3cm apart .
Bake for 8- 10 minutes or until golden brown.

SAVOURY DROP SCONES
Place 2 cups of magic mix into a bowl and add........one ( 1) of the following ingredients
1/2 tsp of caraway seeds
1/3 cup of finely grated parmesan cheese
1 tbs of dried bacon pieces
1 dsp of chopped chives
1/4 tsp of curry powder .
Mix well to combine
Then pour in 1 and 1/4 cup of cream , use a knife to mix .
Do not over work the dough
Drop the dough , ( heaped tbs )  on a lightly sprayed baking tray .
Space scones 3cm apart
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown in a preheated oven ( 220 deg C )