BASIL CHEDDAR SCONES

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Our Test Kitchen home economists suggest you tuck these oven-fresh savory scones into a napkin-lined gift basket, along with a package of pasta and jar of spaghetti sauce.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 8 scones.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1 large egg
1 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup prepared pesto sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In another bowl, combine the egg, milk, cheese and pesto. Stir into flour mixture just until moistened., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. Transfer to a greased baking sheet. Pat into a 10-in. circle; cut into eight wedges but do not separate. , Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 391mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

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