Name: Bacon Cheddar Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 15 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour (or white whole wheat flour); 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; pinch of cayenne; 10 tablespoons cold butter, diced into 1/4-inch cubes; 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; 8 slices of thick-cut bacon, cooked and diced; 1 cup + 2 tablespoons buttermilk; optional egg wash: 1 egg, 1 tablespoon water