Bacon Scones

Bacon Scones
From the Taste of Home April/May 2010

Prep: 20 minutes
Bake: 15 minutes
Yield: 8 scones

1 3/4 C. flour
2 1/4 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. ground mustard
1/2 tsp. ground mustard
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
6 Tbsp. cold butter
2 eggs
1/3 C. milk (2% recommended)
1/2 C. chopped onion
1/4 C. shredded cheddar cheese
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, divided

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk eggs and milk. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the onion, cheese, and 2/3 of the bacon.

Transfer the dough to a greased baking sheet. Pat into a 7 1/2 inch circle. Cut into eight wednges, but do not separate. Sprinkle with the remaining bacon. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.