Cheese Scones

Method

• step 1

  PREHEAT oven to gas 8. Dust baking tray with flour.

• step 2

  Sift flour, salt, baking powder and seasonings into a bowl. Rub in butter until resembles fine breadcrumbs.

• step 3

  Stir in the grated cheese, then add in the milk and mix to form a soft dough. Lightly knead on a floured surface and roll to about 2cm thick. Take 6.8mm cutter and cut out scones (you would normally get 6) re-rolling the trimmings.

• step 4

  Place on the baking tray and brush with egg and top with a little cheese. Bake for approx 12mins until golden and well risen.