basil cheddar scones

Wentzville, MO
Updated on Jan 30, 2013

Lots of good flavor in these scones, the pesto sauce makes these awesome

prep time 10 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Bake
yield 8 scones

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 cup cold butter or margarine, cubed (butter makes better scones)
  • 1 - egg
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup (4oz.) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup prepared pesto sauce

How To Make basil cheddar scones

  • Step 1
    In a bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Step 2
    In another bowl, combine the egg, milk, cheese and pesto. Stir in flour mixture just until moistened.
  • Step 3
    Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. Transfer to a greased baking sheet. Pat into a 10-inch circle; cut into eight wedges but do not seperate. Bake at 400 for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown, Serve warm. Makes 8 scones

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Category: Biscuits
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Flour

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