Bacon, Cheddar, and Chive Scones
Submitted by glory on August 06, 2002 at 11:18 am

Coincidentally, bookbag posted this one once as well- we have the same little Betty Crocker book. We both like these so perhaps some of you will too.

2 cups. flour (bookbag uses 1/2 KA Irish-style)
2 tsp. CALUMET Baking Powder
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine
3 eggs, divided
1/2 cup light cream or half-and-half
1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) KRAFT Natural Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
8 slices OSCAR MAYER center cut bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
1 Tbs. chopped fresh chives
1 Tbs. water

Mix flour and baking powder in large bowl. Cut in butter using pastry blender or knives until coarse crumbs form. Beat 2 of the eggs and cream in medium bowl. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened.

Stir in cheese, bacon and chives. Shape into ball. Knead dough 10 times on lightly floured surface. Roll out to 12x6-inch rectangle.

Cut into 8 (3-inch) squares; cut each square in half diagonally. Place on lightly greased cookie sheet. Mix remaining egg and water in small bowl. Brush top of scones with egg mixture.

Bake at 425°F. for 14-16 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm. Or cool and package for gift-giving. Makes 16.