Cheese and ham scones

Time: 35 mins
Makes 6 - 8 scones

Ingredients:

• 600 g self-raising flour
• pinch cayenne pepper
• 5 ml salt
• 100 g chilled butter, cubed + extra
• 150 g ham, finely chopped
• handful chives, chopped
• 240 g Cheddar cheese, finely grated + extra
• 375 ml buttermilk, plus extra to brush

Method:

1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Line a baking tray with baking paper.
2. Sift the flour, cayenne pepper and salt together. Rub butter in with your fingertips until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
3. Stir in the ham, chives and ¾ of the cheese. Cut the buttermilk in with a knife until just combined with a shape-able consistency - don't over mix.
4. Shape into 6 - 8 disks and place on the prepared tray. Brush the top of the scones with extra buttermilk and sprinkle the remaining cheese over.
5. Bake for about 20- 25 minutes until golden and cooked.
6. Serve warm or cold with (or without) extra cheese and butter.

Credit: Your Family