Scottish Tattie Scones

Name: Scottish Tattie Scones
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 18 small scones
Ingredients: 1 c leftover mashed potatoes, warmed; 1/2 c all purpose flour; 5 Tbsp butter, unsalted, softened and dividied; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp baking powder

By Marsha Gardner
@mrdick1950

These scones are traditionally served with breakfast, but I break all the rules. I am serving them this evening with my Scotch Broth Soup.

Tatties are potatoes.

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Serves:

18 small scones

Cook:

15 Min

Ingredients

1 c

leftover mashed potatoes, warmed
1/2 c

all purpose flour
5 Tbsp

butter, unsalted, softened and dividied
1/2 tsp

kosher salt
1/2 tsp

baking powder
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How to Make Scottish Tattie Scones

Step-by-Step

1 cup leftover mashed potatoes, warmed
1/2 cup flour
5 tbsp. unsalted butter, softened and divided
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
Mix together all ingredients except 1 tbsp. butter until well blended. Knead dough several times on a lightly floured board; divide into 3 pieces.
2. Press each into a circle about 1/2-inch thick, then cut each circle into 6 wedges. Melt remaining 1 tbsp. butter in a hot griddle or skillet.
3. Add scones; cook for 6 to 8 minutes over medium heat or until each side is golden brown, turning once.

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