This is a savoury scone which gets a slight flavour kick from mustard and cayenne pepper. They are delicious on their own, buttered or with leftover roasted meats and salad.
Step One
Ingredients: Serves: 8. 200g/7 oz self raising flour. 1/4 tsp salt. 1/2 tsp mustard powder. 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper. 40g/1 1/2 oz butter. 60g/2 oz grated strong Cheddar cheese. 100ml (3 1/2 fl oz) milk.
Step Two
Heat oven to 220 degrees C / gas mark 7 and lightly grease a baking tray.
Step Three
Sift flour, mustard powder, cayenne pepper and salt into a mixing bowl. Cut the butter into small pieces and add to flour.
Step Four
Rub the butter into the flour with fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Stir in grated cheese.
Step Five
Add the milk gradually, stirring well with a knife until the mixture begins to stick together.
Step Six
With your hands, knead the mixture gently to form a soft smooth dough.
Step Seven
On a floured surface flatten or roll the dough to about 3cm thick round.
Step Eight
Use a 5cm round cutter to cut out individual scones.
Step Nine
Place scones on the greased baking tray. Brush with milk and sprinkle some extra cheese on top.
Step Ten
Cook for about 10-15 mins until golden. Cool slightly before serving.