Savory Bacon and Cheddar Scones

Savory Bacon and Cheddar Scones

2 cups flour

1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne, optional
8 ounces bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
4 ounces (1 cup) sharp cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Use an ungreased baking sheet.

Put the flour, baking powder, salt and cayenne into a bowl; stir with a fork to combine. Add the bacon, cheese and chives; mix well. Add the cream and stir with the fork until the dough holds together in a rough mass.

Lightly flour a board and transfer the dough to it. Knead the dough 8 or 9 tmes. Pat the dough into 2 circles about 6 inches round. Spread the butter over the tops of the two rounds. Cut each round into 6 to 8 triangles and place on the baking sheet, allowing about an inch between pieces.

Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, depending on size.

Makes 12 to 16 scones