Here’s a recipe for cheese and herb scones:
### Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
– 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (such as chives, parsley, or thyme)
– 3/4 cup milk (or buttermilk)
– 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
### Preparation:
1. **Preheat Oven:**
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. **Mix Dry Ingredients:**
In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. **Cut in Butter:**
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. **Add Cheese and Herbs:**
Stir in the shredded cheese and chopped herbs until evenly distributed.
5. **Add Milk:**
Pour in the milk (or buttermilk) and stir until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.
6. **Shape the Dough:**
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a round or rectangle about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick. You can use a round biscuit cutter or a knife to cut the dough into circles or triangles.
7. **Prepare for Baking:**
Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet. If using, beat the egg and brush the tops of the scones with the egg wash for a golden finish.
8. **Bake:**
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and cooked through.
9. **Cool and Serve:**
Allow the scones to cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm, preferably with butter or your favorite spread.
Enjoy your freshly baked cheese and herb scones!