Provolone Cheese Scones

Yield: 8 to 12 scones

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (2 ounces) finely shredded Provolone cheese
• 2/3 cup butter, melted
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 egg

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Butter a baking sheet.
2. Sift together flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, cream of tartar and salt in a large bowl. Stir in cheese.
3. In a small bowl beat together butter, milk and egg. Add to dry ingredients, stirring just until mixed.
4. Shape dough into ball and pat onto a lightly floured surface to form an 8 inch circle. Cut into 8 to 12 wedges.
5. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until light golden brown.