Cheddar Cheese Scones

Directions

1. 1

   Cheddar Cheese Scones 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 4 tablespoons butter 1 cup grated Cheddar che

2. 2

   Mix the butter into the flour until it resembles fine bread crumbs

3. 3

   Blend in the cheese

4. 4

   Gradually add the milk, mixing it with a round bladed knife until the dough is soft and manageable

5. 5

   Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, divide into two equal portions and shape each portion into a round 3/4-inch thick

6. 6

   Cut each round into six triangular portions and set them on a greased baking tray

7. 7

   prick top with a fork

8. 8

   Bake the scones in the center of a preheated 425 degree F oven for 12 to 15 minutes