Potato And Cheese Scones

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The excellent cheese flavor of these biscuit-like scones goes so well with soups and chilies. it's also a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. best served warm.

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Steps

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Combine flour , baking powder and salt in a medium bowl.

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Cut in butter until consistency of coarse crumbs.

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Add cheese.

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Stir.

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Combine potatoes and milk in small bowl.

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Add to flour mixture.

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Stir until soft dough forms.

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Turn out onto lightly floured surface.

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Knead 6 times.

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Shape into flat disc.

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Roll or press out to 8 inch circle , about 1 / 2 inch thick.

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Place on greased baking sheet.

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Brush surface with egg yolk.

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Score circle into 6 wedges.

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Bake in 425 degree f oven for about 20 minutes until risen and golden.

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Cut or break apart at score marks.

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Ingredients

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all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, butter, sharp cheddar cheese, mashed potatoes, milk, egg yolk