CORN SCONES

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Cornmeal makes classic scones a bit more rustic and crunchy. Very good accompaniment to spicy beans or any other Cajun or Creole dish.

Provided by Carolyn Haas

Categories     Other Breads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 c butter or margarine
1/2 c milk (any variety)
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1/2 c cornmeal
1 1/2 c white flour
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 c currents (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375ºF
  • 2. Melt butter. Meanwhile, mix brown sugar into the milk then add melted butter.
  • 3. In medium bowl, combine cornmeal and flour. Sprinkle in the salt and baking powder and mix together. Add the currents, if using.
  • 4. Add milk mixture to the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
  • 5. On a floured surface, press dough into and 8 inch circle that's about 1/2 inch thick. Slice circle into eights.
  • 6. Separate wedges and place onto a greased baking sheet.
  • 7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden.

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