Not all recipes for afternoon tea are sweet. These little scones are savory and filled with herbal flavour. With some fresh butter, then are excellent with your cup of tea.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp ground red pepper
- 2/3 cup vegetable shortening
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 1/3 cups milk
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 425F. Mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, and dry herbs. Cut in shortening until you have coarse crumbs, then add 3/4 cup of the cheese. Lightly mix in the milk and mustard, until mixture forms a soft dough. On a lightly floured board, knead gently 5 or 6 times and then divide. Roll each half into a 7-inch round, then cut into 4 or 5 wedges. On a greased baking sheet, place scones at least 1 inch apart. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and bake for 15-20 minutes, until brown on top.
