Bacon and Cheese Scones

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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Yield: approx 8 - 10

These are light and the combination of cheese and bacon will make it a family favorite at the breakfast table.

Ingredients

2 cups sifted flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar
4-5 slices bacon, cooked and diced
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 cup milk
1/3 cup oil

Instructions

Sift together dry ingredients in a bowl. Add in cheese and bacon. Mix well.

Make a well in the center.

In a small bowl mix beaten egg, oil and milk. Add to the dry ingredients, and mix into a ball. Place on a prepared baking sheet, pressing it down into a circle (about 10-12 inches in diameter and 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick) Score sections in the top of the dough if desired.

Bake at 400F for 20-25 minutes.