Chilli And Parmesan Scones

1. 1

   Sift the flower and baking powder into a bowl and using your fingertips rub in the butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

2. 2

   Add 2/3 of the cheese, the chillies and salt and mix inches.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl beat the eggs with the milk.

4. 4

   Pour egg mixture into flour mixture.

5. 5

   Stir with a palette knife until you have a smooth dough.

6. 6

   On a lightly floured surface roll out dough so it is about 2cm thick, try handeling the dough as little as possible, don't kneed and twist it.

7. 7

   Using a scone cutter or a glass cut out 5 cm cirles.

8. 8

   Repeat rolling and cutting the dough until it's all used up.

9. 9

   Place on a baking sheet, which has been lightly dusted with flower and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

10. 10

    Bakein a preheated oven for about 15 minutes at 220 C/425 F/ Gas 8.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.