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Savory Potato Scones

17/11/2023

Savory potato scones are an excellent twist on the original British recipe for scones, which are usually sweet. This savory version pairs perfectly with cheeses and cold cuts for brunch or an aperitif. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

  • 250 g of flour
  • 150 g of boiled potatoes
  • 80 ml of milk
  • 50 g of cold butter, cut into pieces
  • 1 medium egg
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • Pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped aromatic herbs (rosemary, thyme, oregano) or grated cheese (cheddar or parmesan)

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 200 °C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the boiled potatoes until they are a fine puree. Allow to cool.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and a pinch of pepper.
  4. Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients and, with your fingertips, work the ingredients until you obtain a sandy consistency.
  5. Incorporate the potato puree.
  6. Add the milk and mix until you have a smooth dough. Do not overwork it to avoid making the scones hard.
  7. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 2 cm thick and cut out circles with a biscuit cutter or a glass.
  8. Beat the egg in a bowl and brush the surface of the scones to give them a nice golden color when baking.
  9. Add the aromatic herb or grated cheese if desired.
  10. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown.
  11. Cool on a wire rack before serving.

The scones are delicious served warm. You can offer them as an appetizer or paired with creamy sauces, spreadable cheeses or as part of a buffet. In this case, I have given indicative quantities for the aromatic herbs and cheese because they have an Italian flair and pair perfectly with the neutral base of the potatoes, but you can customize them to your taste!

Curiosity: Scones have Scottish origins and are very popular throughout the United Kingdom. Traditionally they are served during tea time, but savory versions are a versatile option for different times of the day.

Savory Potato Scones