Cheese Scones

* Exported from MasterCook *

CHEESE SCONES

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Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Breads Cheese
Beverages

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 c All-purpose flour
1 1/2 ts Baking powder
1 t Dry mustard
pn Salt
1 c Whole-wheat flour
3 ts Cold butter or margarine,
-cut in small pieces
3/4 c (3oz) finely shredded sharp
-Cheddar cheese
2/3 c Milk (about)
Butter

This qualifies as a savory; a bit of a change from the usual scone.

Preheat oven to 425F (220C). Lightly grease a large baking sheet; set
aside. Sift all-purpose flour, baking powder, dry mustard and salt into a
large bowl. Stir in the whole-wheat flour. With your fingers, rub in cold
butter until mixture is crumbly. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese. Make a well in
center of mixture; add milk and mix with a fork to make a dough that BARELY
holds together (you may need to press dough together with your hands). Turn
out onto floured surface and knead lightly. Roll out with a floured
rolling pin or pat dough with your hands to make a round about 3/4-inch
thick. Cut into rounds with a 2-inch fluted or plain cookie cutter. Place
1 to 1 1/2 inches apart on baking sheet; sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup
cheese. Bake 8-10 minutes or until well risen and golden. Transfer to a
wire rack to cool. When cold, split and serve with butter. Makes about 12
scones.



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