CORN SCONES

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My family really enjoys these hearty scones-they're a nice change from the usual muffins and biscuits. They're nice to have on hand for when unexpected company drops in...which seems to be often!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 10-15 scones.

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup cold butter
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (15 ounces) cream-style corn
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons whole milk

Steps:

In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, mustard and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in cheese, corn and eggs until a soft dough forms. , Turn onto a floured surface, kneading gently 10-12 times or until dough is no longer sticky. Roll out to 1-in. thickness; cut with a 2-1/2-in. or 3-in. cutter. , Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Brush with milk. Bake at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 744mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.