jalapeno polenta scones

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Jamie S
Omaha, NE

I put this recipe on my blog, too. It was way too good not to share!

(1 rating)
yield 6 -8
prep time 40 Min
cook time 40 Min

Ingredients For jalapeno polenta scones

  • 2 1/2 c
    whole grain flour
  • 1 Tbsp
    baking powder
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 c
    sour cream, fat-free
  • 1 lg
    egg
  • 1/4 c
    grits, quick-cooking
  • 2 md
    jalapenos, fresh

How To Make jalapeno polenta scones

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2
    Prepare one serving of grits (polenta) according to package directions - should make about 3/4 cup cooked. Allow to cool for 20 minutes. Dice the jalapenos and set aside.
  • 3
    In a standing mixer bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt/pepper. With the dough hook attachment, combine the sour cream and egg into flour mixture. Incorporate the cooked and chilled grits (polenta) until a soft, crumbly dough forms.
  • 4
    On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5 minutes while incorporating the diced jalapeno. Roll into a half-inch thick square. Cut into 6 or 8 pieces.
  • 5
    Place the scones on a greased baking sheet. Score the tops of each with an X shape.
  • 6
    Bake for 40 minutes and enjoy.

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