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peppered pear scones

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Moose Jaw, SK

Peppercorns are the whole version of one of the world's most popular and commonly known spices. They add a zesty kick to these sweet and savory scones. You can use black peppercorns or a peppercorns of mixed colors in this recipe, white, black, green, and pink peppercorns for a punchy fall-flavor blend. Delicious served with a pear conserve.

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yield 16 serving(s)
prep time 25 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For peppered pear scones

  • 1 3/4 c
    all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 c
    packed brown sugar (or half this amount of splenda brown)
  • 2 tsp
    baking powder
  • 3/4 tsp
    peppercorn mix (black, white, green, pink) or whole black peppercorns, cracked
  • 1/4 tsp
    baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1/3 c
    butter or margarine
  • 2
    eggs
  • 1/4 c
    grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese or parmesan cheese (1 ounce)
  • 1/4 c
    buttermilk or sour milk
  • 1/2 c
    chopped, peeled fresh pear, patted dry with paper towels

How To Make peppered pear scones

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a large bowl stir together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, the 1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper, the baking soda, and salt. Using a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture.
  • 2
    In a small bowl beat eggs lightly; stir in cheese and buttermilk. Add the buttermilk mixture all at once to the flour mixture. Using a fork, stir just until moistened. Fold in pear pieces.
  • 3
    Turn dough out onto a floured surface. Quickly knead dough by folding and gently pressing for 10 to 12 strokes or until nearly smooth. Pat or lightly roll the dough into an 8-inch square. Cut into 16 squares.
  • 4
    Place scones 1 inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet. If desired, sprinkle with additional cracked pepper. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer scones to a wire rack. Serve warm
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